Venus Williams Receives U.S. Open Wild Card

• Singular Comeback
  At age 45, Venus Williams has been granted a main-draw wild card into the women’s singles at the 2025 U.S. Open, a stunning return to Grand Slam tennis after a two-year absence.
• Historic Distinction
  This makes her the oldest singles entrant at the U.S. Open since Renée Richards (47) competed in 1981.
• Return to the Field
  Her last appearance in the U.S. Open singles draw was in 2023, where she exited in the first round, and she had not won a singles match there since 2019.

Road to the Return

• Washington Open Success
  Venus staged a memorable comeback at the Washington Open, defeating Peyton Stearns and becoming the oldest woman to win a WTA Tour-level singles match since Martina Navratilova in 2004.
• Mixed Doubles Commitment
  Alongside her singles wildcard, she’s also slated to compete in the U.S. Open mixed doubles event with Reilly Opelka.

Why It Matters

• Legacy and Longevity
  The invitation underscores her courage, perseverance, and enduring popularity. Venus Williams remains a major presence in the sport, now showing she’s not done ye.
• Health and Comeback
  Her return follows a period of significant medical challenges, including surgery to address fibroids in 2024. Despite these setbacks, her comeback highlights remarkable resilience.
• Cultural Icon
  As the sport’s compelling veteran and a symbol of longevity, her presence continues to captivate fans worldwide—even more so with rumors about her possible plans beyond 2025.

At a Glance

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