Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Venus Williams Returns to Australian Open
Venus Williams, who is 45 years old, has been given a special invitation to play in the Australian Open tennis tournament.
This makes her the oldest woman ever to play in this tournament.
She is very happy to be going back to Australia, where she has had many great moments in her career.
Venus has won many important tennis matches, including seven big singles titles.
She will start getting ready for the Australian Open by playing in another tournament in Hobart next week.
She hasn't played in the Australian Open since 2021, but she is excited to go back and compete again.
Venus Williams, aged 45, receives wildcard for Australian Open, making her the oldest woman to compete in the event.
She will play in the main draw at Melbourne Park for the first time since 2021.
Williams expressed excitement about returning to Australia and competing in the tournament.
She has won seven major singles titles, including five Wimbledon and two US Open championships.
Williams will prepare for the Australian Open by participating in the Hobart International next week.
- Who
- Venus Williams
- What
- Received wildcard for Australian Open
- When
- January 18 - February 1, 2024
- Where
- Melbourne Park, Australia
- Why
- To compete in the main draw and continue her career
- Player
- Venus Williams
- Age
- 45
- Event
- Australian Open
- Last Participation
- 2021
- Previous Finals
- 2003, 2017
- Titles
- 7 major singles, 5 Wimbledon, 2 US Opens
- Tournament Dates
- January 18 - February 1
- Preparation Event
- Hobart International
Sources
Venus Williams Gets Australian Open Wildcard Aged 45
Venus Williams gets Australian Open at 45; list of oldest woman to compete in a season-opening tennis Grand Slam
At 45, Venus Williams set for Australian Open return
Venus Williams set to become the oldest female player to play at Australian Open
Venus Williams Poised to Break Record During Appearance At Australian Open Upon Receiving Wild Card
