NEW YORK, NY, USA – Serena Williams accepted her Sports Illustrated Sportsperson Of The Year award at Chelsea Piers on Tuesday night, and as you’ll see it was definitely a night to remember.

First of all, there was an emotional introduction speech from her sister and fellow WTA legend, Venus Williams – here are some highlights from the seven-time Grand Slam champion’s time at the podium:

.@Venuseswilliams had a number of touching moments congratulating @serenawilliams on winning #SISportsperson:
https://t.co/xXS4vMuQyk

— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) December 16, 2015

Then it was Serena Williams’ turn to take the microphone. From her inspirational words about what the award means to letting her part-time comedian out and some deep words courtesy of her favorite poet, Maya Angelou, it was a speech to remember. Watch the World No.1’s speech in its entirety here:

And of course, their dresses – check out Serena and Venus’ stunning red carpet looks right here: