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The Nine for IX series doesn't debut until July 2, but in the meantime, here are a few behind-the-scenes photos from director Ava DuVernay and her crew on location for "Venus VS."

Gussie Moran, also known as "Gorgeous Gussie," was a total package in her heyday -- she had the skills to play tennis with the best and gorgeous good looks. Here's to the memory of the tennis star who died at age 89.

After winning Wimbledon in July and a gold medal at the Olympics a few weeks later, Serena Williams finished her summer by capturing her fourth U.S. Open title and 15th Grand Slam event.

Serena Williams won Wimbledon and the Olympic gold medal. She is the favorite at the U.S. Open, according to our panel.

Wimbledon marked the coronation of Serena Williams' comeback. While she's arguably the sport's top player, her sister Venus' tennis future is uncertain.

Serena Williams has always done things her way. With her 14th Grand Slam singles title secured, she can stay competitive for as long as she is determined to do so.

Serena Williams has overcome injuries and illness to win her fifth Wimbledon title.

A respiratory infection may make it more difficult for Agnieszka Radwanska's to defeat Serena Williams at Wimbledon and become No. 1 in the world.

From au natural to all made up, makeup is a point of contention when it comes to tennis' major stars. Does it have a place on the court?

Agnieszka Radwanska has been here before ... sort of. In 2005, she won the Wimbledon title as a junior. Saturday she'll attempt to become just the fifth juniors champ to win the women's crown.

Victoria Azarenka is starting to look a lot like the player who owned the WTA Tour for much of the first three months of the year.

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Maria Sharapova was downcast but philosophical after a fourth-round loss that means her brief reign atop the world rankings will end.

Gilles Simon said earlier this week that men's tennis players should be paid more than women because their game is more entertaining. Turns out, they already make significantly more.

With Venus, Rafa and Woz done and dusted, the first half of this Wimbledon fortnight has been curious indeed.

Brits stay hopeful that Wimbledon can be won again by one of their own. The ball is now in Andy Murray's court.