The May issue of Tennis magazine is bound to raise some eyebrows -- especially those of Serena Williams. Chris Evert writes a strongly worded open letter to Williams, pleading with her to take tennis more seriously. Here are some excerpts: ``In the short-term, you may be happy with the various things going on in your life, but I wonder whether 20 years from now you might reflect on your career and regret not putting 100 percent of yourself into tennis. Because whether you want to admit it or not, these distractions are tarnishing your legacy. ``Just a couple of years ago, when you were fully committed to the game, you showed the athleticism, shot-making and competitive desire to become the greatest player ever . . . Then you got sidetracked with injuries, pet projects and indifference . . . You've won only one major in the last seven. I find those results hard to fathom. You're simply too good not to be winning two Grand Slam titles a year. You're still 24, well within your prime. ``Perhaps the reason I feel so strongly about this is because I wasn't blessed with the physical gifts you posses. I know that the lifespan of an athlete's greatness is brief and should be exploited. I don't see how acting and designing clothes can compare with the pride of being the best tennis player in the world. ``I offer this only as advice, not criticism, from someone with experience. If you're completely happy with the way your life is, crumple up this letter and throw it away. Just remember you have an opportunity of the rarest kind -- to be the greatest ever. I hope you make the most of it.'' And it's signed, Chris Evert, Publisher. -- --

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