Veteran tennis star Venus Williams, aged since 1981, takes court at the US Open.
Venus Williams Makes Stunning Return to US Open at Age 45
Venus Williams, a tennis legend with an illustrious career spanning over three decades, has made a remarkable comeback to the US Open. At the age of 45, she is one of the oldest players to compete at the tournament in recent times, having received a wildcard for the singles main draw in 2025.
Williams first graced the US Open court in 1997, reaching a major final as a 17-year-old. Since then, she has played in 24 of the last 27 US Open tournaments, a testament to her consistent participation and love for the game.
In 2000 and 2001, Williams clinched the US Open singles title, adding to her storied history at the tournament. She also captured the doubles title twice there, demonstrating her versatility and prowess on the court.
Her return to the US Open in 2025 comes after a brief hiatus due to health issues and surgery. Despite her age, Williams has shown no signs of slowing down. Earlier in her comeback, she won matches in both singles and doubles at the DC Open and Cincinnati Open, preparing her well for the US Open.
Williams' participation in the 2025 US Open is particularly noteworthy given that most players of her generation have retired. Her continued presence in the game at such an advanced age highlights her exceptional longevity and serves as an inspiration to many.
At 45 years old, Williams is significantly older than the average professional player at a Grand Slam. While exact data on the oldest player at the US Open is not readily available, her active competition at this age places her among the oldest to compete at this level in the Open era. Previously, at age 39, she was the oldest player at Wimbledon in 2019.
The US Open will take place from August 24 to September 7 in New York. As Williams steps onto the court, she will be the oldest singles participant since Renee Richards in 1981. Her participation continues to extend her legacy as a trailblazer demonstrating longevity in women's tennis.
Throughout her career, Williams has won 7 Grand Slam singles titles, 14 doubles titles with her younger sister Serena, and 2 mixed doubles titles. She is also a four-time Olympic champion. Despite Serena's recent retirement from the sport, Venus continues to compete, demonstrating her unwavering dedication and passion for tennis.
Recently, Williams was also granted a wildcard for the ongoing Masters tournament in Cincinnati, but she lost in the first round. Regardless, her spirit and determination remain unbroken, and tennis fans eagerly await her next appearance on the court.
Sports enthusiasts worldwide are eager to watch Venus Williams, a tennis legend aged 45, making a stunning return to the US Open in 2025. Despite her age, Williams' dominance on the court has been evident, as seen in her victories at the DC Open and Cincinnati Open earlier in her comeback.
The US Open tournament, where Williams first reached a major final as a 17-year-old, remains a significant part of her career. With her participation, she continues to establish herself as one of the oldest players to compete at this esteemed tennis event, symbolizing her exceptional longevity in sports, particularly tennis.
