Venus Williams, 45, becomes oldest WTA match winner since Navratilova
Venus Williams, at the age of 45, has become the oldest WTA match winner since Martina Navratilova in 2004. Williams earned her first singles win since 2023, beating world No. 35 Peyton Stearns after a 16-month layoff. The former world No. 1 had not played a singles match in an official event since March 2024 in Miami, missing time due to surgery to remove uterine fibroids. Despite her long hiatus, Williams showcased her familiar big serves and groundstrokes, delivering a 6-3, 6-4 victory. This win marks a significant comeback for the 45-year-old tennis legend, who continues to defy age and demonstrate her resilience in the sport.
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