Luxury Parisian Hotel Apologizes After Serena Williams Denied Entry to Restaurant

A prominent Parisian hotel issued an apology to Serena Williams after the renowned tennis player complained about being turned away from its rooftop restaurant. Williams' social media post, which was viewed by millions, elicited mixed reactions from the public, ranging from support to criticism.

A luxury Parisian hotel has issued an apology to tennis legend Serena Williams after she revealed on social media that she and her family were denied entry to its rooftop restaurant on Monday.

Williams, a four-time Olympic gold medallist, expressed her disappointment on X, stating she had never experienced such an incident, especially with her children in tow. The social media post quickly went viral, accumulating over 4 million views and generating a range of reactions from her followers.

The Peninsula Paris, a five-star establishment renowned for its view of the Eiffel Tower, responded promptly. They explained that the rooftop bar was fully booked and the empty tables she saw belonged to the equally reserved gourmet restaurant, L'Oiseau Blanc. The hotel further expressed its honor in welcoming Williams and assured her of a warm reception in the future.

(With inputs from agencies.)