Why does Serena Williams wear tape on her face during matches?

Eagle-eyed fans have spotted Williams wearing black plasters or medical tape on her face when she is playing.

Fans spotted that Serena Williams was wearing mysterious black plasters on her face

Williams confirmed that she has tips to help with her sinus problems

While reports suggest that the American icon suffers from sinus problems and wearing them relieves pressure.

Which is a medical issue Serena did confirm back in 2007.

What did Serena Williams say?

In 2007, Serena addressed reporters to launch a campaign for sinus medications and to help share the awareness around it.

The tennis great said: “My secret’s out. I’m a sinus sufferer. Playing tennis or pretty much doing anything every day is not easy when you have sinuses.”