Serena Williams Just Added One of Europe’s Most Prestigious Honors to Her Resume

October 29, 2025

Tennis icon Serena Williams was presented Spain’s Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, a nod to a career that changed how the world watches the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam champion accepted the award in Oviedo on October 24.

The annual ceremony was hosted by Spain’s royal family. Williams’ career has been by marked sustained excellence and her influence beyond the baseline. Princess Leonor presented the prize at Teatro Campoamor, as reported by the foundation’s press release. Althon Sports