Thea Frodin was Serena Williams’ body double in ‘King Richard.’ Now she’s playing in the US Open
New York (AP) — Thea Frodin, who played the body double for Serena Williams in the 2021 film "King Richard," is stepping onto the court for her first U.S. Open singles match. The 17-year-old from Los Angeles will face Elena Rybakina, the No. 2 ranked player in women's tennis. Frodin credits her experience playing Williams' strokes in the film for helping her replicate the legendary player's techniques on the court.
Despite the resemblance, Frodin admits it took her time to return to her normal playing style after the movie. Currently a high school senior, Frodin is considering her future plans, including a possible balance between tennis and a potential acting career.
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