Grand slam star Serena Williams has a back-up plan.
One half of history’s most famous tennis sisters is studying to become a nail technician. Williams, who along with her sister, Venus, sidelines in fashion and glamour, said on her blog: “No one likes getting their nails done more than I do. As a matter of fact I go every four days to get a manicure and every seven days for a pedicure. So, I had a brilliant idea to get certified to be a nail tech.”
Serena, who took out the Australian Open last month during a nail-biting final, has wasted no time. “I thought ‘Serena, this is a no-brainer’. Immediately after I came home from the Australian Open I researched some schools and enrolled in a course that allowed me to complete 240 hours [the minimum requirement to be certified in Florida] at my own pace.”
The move may be a sign Serena is starting to see life beyond a grand slam. Digital Spy reports she continued: “The night before my class I made sure I had all my tools, books and gear organised. I went to the Hello Kitty store and bought plenty of containers as well as a backpack to keep my belongings. If I’m not the best, I sure do want to look like it. Not only do I plan on being the top student to graduate from my nail school, but I also intend on being the most fashionable! Don’t be surprised if you hear about a part-time job I’ve picked up at a local nail salon.”