Venus Williams’ Triumphant Return: 45-Year-Old Tennis Icon Defies Age at DC Open

Tennis legend Venus Williams, at the ripe age of 45, has made a sensational return to the court, defeating world No. 35 Peyton Stearns in the first round of the Mubadala Citi DC Open. She’s now the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match, following Martina Navratilova.

“It doesn’t matter how many times you fall down… If you continue to believe and put in the work, there is an opportunity, there is space for you.”

– Venus Williams via WTA Tennis

Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, last won a singles match in 2023. She won the DC Open encounter 6-3, 6-4, marking a stunning comeback after a 16-month break.

Williams’ Schedule: What’s Next?

• Doubles Quarterfinal:
  Partnering with Hailey Baptiste, Williams faces Taylor Townsend and Zhang Shuai on July 23.
• Singles Round of 16:
  Williams challenges world No. 24 Magdalena Fręch on July 24.

How to Watch the Mubadala Citi DC Open

The Tennis Channel is your go-to for 24/7 coverage, including live streams on the Tennis Channel App.

Did you know?

Venus Williams is one of only four women, alongside Navratilova, Chris Evert, and Serena Williams, to win a Grand Slam title after turning 35.

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Williams’ age-defying performances prove that with determination and resilience, age is just a number. More tennis updates coming your way, so stick around!