SERENA Williams has spoken out after being denied a controversial request to stay in her Paris apartment rather than the designated hotels at the French Open.
As part of COVID-19 protocols, French Open organisers have told all participants they must stay in two designated hotels, unlike the US Open where they were allowed to stay in private accommodation.
However tournament organisers put their foot down and refused to allow special treatment for anyone.
Addressing the decision on Saturday, Williams said she finds it “weird” having to stay in a hotel but the American is keeping a positive attitude as she continues her chase of a record-equalling 24th grand slam title.
“It’s definitely weird. This has always been my home away from home. I always loved being here,” Williams told reporters on Saturday.
“It has been really different for me staying at a hotel when I’m like, ‘Oh, this is what
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