A Look at Venus Williams' Tennis Career and Comeback. She's Returning to the US Open at Age 45

Venus Williams receives US Open wild card at age 45 and will be the oldest in singles since 1981

The American will be the oldest entrant in singles at the tournament since Renee Richards was 47 in 1981, according to the International Tennis Federation.

A look at Venus Williams' tennis career and comeback. She's returning to the US Open at age 45

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Williams, 45, handed wild card for US Open

Two-time former champion Venus Williams has been handed a wild card into this month's US Open at the age of 45.

Venus Williams gets a US Open wild card at age 45, will be the oldest in singles since 1981

Williams already had been given a wild-card entry by the U.S. Tennis Association for next week's mixed doubles competition. Singles matches begin in New York on Aug. 24.

US Open 2025: Venus Williams given wildcard to make Grand Slam return in New York

Venus Williams is set to become the oldest US Open singles player in 44 years after being given a wildcard for Flushing Meadows.

Venus Williams gets U.S. Open wild card at age 45 and will be the oldest in singles since 1981

Venus Williams will make her return to Grand Slam tennis at the U.S. Open after a two-year absence, receiving a wild-card invitation on Wednesday to compete in singles at Flushing Meadows at age 45.