GIF: Williams sisters embrace at net after Serena wins in 3 sets

Following an emotional three-setter ending with world No. 1 Serena Williams outlasting sister Venus - 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 - the competitors became family again after Tuesday's US Open quarterfinal, hugging at the net.

The match marked their 27th career meeting, and with Serena now two wins away from her calendar Grand Slam, Venus made it clear how she feels about her little sister.

The rivalry between the Williams sisters has done wonders for the sport of tennis, with Tuesday's quarterfinal coming 14 years after they starred in the first ever primetime final. Venus grabbed the win as the duo was still just rising to fame.

Serena will look to make more history this week at Flushing Meadows, but this moment may stand as her most cherished.