Athletes born on September 26

Take a focused look at the athletes born on September 26. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1981 Serena Williams

  Serena Williams is an American professional tennis player, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport. Renowned for her powerful playing style, exceptional athleticism, and competitive spirit, Williams has set numerous records, including 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era for either men or women. She has played a pivotal … [bio]