Williams, 45, given wildcard for Auckland Classic
Summary
Venus Williams, a 45-year-old tennis player, will play in the Auckland Classic in January after receiving a wildcard entry. She recently returned to competitive tennis in July, and this tournament will mark her return to Auckland since 2023.Key Facts
- Venus Williams is 45 years old and has won seven Grand Slam singles titles.
- She returned to competition in July after a 16-month break and won a match at the Washington Open.
- Williams received a wildcard to the US Open, where she played against Czech player Karolina Muchova.
- The Auckland Classic will be held from January 5-11, 2026.
- Venus Williams last participated in the Auckland Classic in 2023 and won the tournament in 2015.
- The Australian Open, the year's first Grand Slam tournament, will follow the Auckland Classic, starting on January 18, 2026.
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