Venus Williams becomes second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match

Tennis star, Venus Williams made history at the 2025 DC Open by becoming the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match at 45 years old.

She defeated 23-year-old Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4, showcasing her powerful serves and trademark groundstrokes.

This victory marks her first singles win in nearly two years and her first match win since undergoing uterine fibroid surgery.

Recall that Williams hadn’t played singles since March 2024 and was listed as “inactive” by the WTA before this match.

Her journey showcases that with dedication and passion, age doesn’t have to be a barrier to success in sports.

Meanwhile, her milestone has sparked congratulatory messages from fans and industry colleagues.

Notably, Venus Williams trails only Martina Navratilova, who won a match at 47 in 2004

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