Tennis legend Serena Williams has joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, a WNBA expansion team that will play its inaugural season in 2026.
Williams will be joining Larry Tanenbaum, chairman of Kilmer Sports Ventures, in the ownership group.
“I am thrilled to announce my ownership role in the first Canadian WNBA team, the Toronto Tempo,” Williams said in a statement. “This moment is not just about basketball; it is about showcasing the true value and potential of female athletes – I have always said that women’s sports are an incredible investment opportunity. I am excited to partner with Larry and all of Canada in creating
this new WNBA franchise and legacy.”
Although she was born in Michigan and grew up in Compton, California, Canada holds a special place in Williams’ heart. Her very first professional tennis match was the October 1995 Bell Challenge in Quebec City, when she was 14 years old.
Williams lost that first match in straight sets to Annie Miller, but her career turned out to be a historic one. She won…
