Serena Williams jokingly claims college football star Ryan Williams as her “cousin” after 17-year-old’s “impressive” heroics to …see more

Serena Williams has jokingly claimed a familial connection to rising Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams following his recent heroics. The 17-year-old wide receiver made waves in the American football community by leading his team to a remarkable victory over Georgia.

During the dramatic game in Tuscaloosa on September 28, Alabama appeared on the verge of a dominant victory, holding a 30-7 lead early in the third quarter. However, Georgia mounted an incredible comeback, wiping out the deficit and taking a 34-33 lead in the fourth quarter with a little over two minutes left on the clock.Faced with the prospect of a devastating loss after being in a winning position, Alabama freshman Ryan Williams showed off his prowess with an incredible 75-yard touchdown pass. The 17-year-old made a crucial play by catching a pass from quarterback Jalen Milroe with a dramatic spin before sprinting through to score a touchdown, sealing the team’s 41-34 win over Georgia.

The viral clip caught the attention of tennis legend Serena Williams, who jokingly referred to Ryan Williams as her cousin and lauded the 17-year-old’s “impressive” skills.
“Honestly this is pretty impressive from my 17year old cousin ha go Cuz!” she posted.