Tennis legend Serena Williams joining ownership of WNBA’s Toronto Tempo

TORONTO — Tennis legend Serena Williams is joining the Toronto Tempo’s ownership group, the WNBA expansion team announced Monday.

Williams said in a release that women’s sports are an “incredible investment opportunity” and she is looking forward to being part of the WNBA’s first Canadian team.

Her investment in the ownership team, led by Kilmer Sports Ventures chairman Larry Tanenbaum, is pending final league approval.

The Tempo say Williams will play an active role in the team’s branding, including future jersey designs.