“I can empathise with Serena and what she’s going through. She’s such an amazing champion that inspires both male and female athletes around the world in what she has been doing, I mean, still is doing in her age, is extraordinary.

“I mean, you know, I’m sure she’s disappointed. I heard she was also emotional in the press conference.

“And, you know, regardless of all the success that she had, you know, I know that when you lose a big match you’re frustrated.

“You’re p***ed off and you’re emotional. Of course, it’s completely understandable.