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Serena's outfit, game make statement in Paris

Serena Williams' opening matches at any Grand Slam are always on the radar. And while the 23-time Grand Slam winner's play made the ultimate statement on Monday, Williams' fashion statement in first round play at the French Open made plenty of headlines as well.

Shortly before posting a first round win over Vitalia Diatchenko of Russia, Williams debuted her latest apparel designed for her by Virgil Abloh in partnership with Nike.

This coming a year after her black compression-material catsuit caused controversy -- drawing criticism from French tennis officials that resulted in backlash and support for Williams.