WithSerena reportedly preparing for retirement, the conversation turned to what kind of legacy she wished to leave.

I don’t want to think about what I’m leaving.

I just think about who I am every single day behind closed doors and behind cameras.

Serena Williams poses on the red carpet

And that’s what I focus on."

I always had a plan."

Although her fans around the world are devastated, the tennis star is ready to say goodbye.

Serena Williams kisses a tennis trophy

Suffice to say, retirement will be sweet for the one-of-a-kind superstar.

“I have never liked the word retirement,” Serena admitted.

“Maybe the best word to describe what I’m up to isevolution.

Serena Williams celebrates on the tennis court

“I never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family.

I don’t think it’s fair,” she wrote.

But it has to be done.

I wish you the best as you evolve into this next chapter.

And hey know that I’ll always be cheering you on!”