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On YouTubeTennis News / Tennis Infinity / January 4
2026 ASB Classic Auckland Prize Money & WTA Ranking Points Overview 
The 2026 ASB Classic is among the tournaments starting on January 5th, and the prize money and ranking points have been released. WTA 250 tournaments like the ASB Classic often struggle to attract significant names.
Tennis News / HITC / January 4
Venus Williams begins 2026 season with blockbuster doubles matchup
Venus Williams is set to compete in the doubles at the ASB Classic, alongside her singles appearance in Auckland. After receiving a wild card entry into the tournament, Venus was also granted a spot in the 2026 Australian Open, marking her return to Grand Slam tennis.
Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / January 2
2026 ASB Classic Auckland WTA Draw with Williams, Stephens, Eala & more
The 2026 ASB Classic in Auckland will be one of the most exciting WTA 250 tournaments of the season, with multiple major winners in the draw. The ASB Tennis Centre in Auckland, New Zealand, will welcome some of the best players on the WTA Tour once again.
Tennis News / HITC / January 2
Looking back at Venus Williams’ last Australian Open appearance after latest wildcard invite
Venus Williams is set to break a record at this year’s Australian Open, becoming the oldest woman ever to compete in the tournament after being handed the final wildcard.
Tennis News / Tennis Infinity / January 2
Venus Williams given 2026 Australian Open wild card as incredible career continues
45-year-old Venus Williams will make at least one more appearance at the Australian Open after being awarded a wild card for the 2026 edition. Williams is a two-time women's singles runner-up at the opening Grand Slam of each season.
Tennis News / NAI Sports / January 2
Venus back at Australian Open after five years
Seven-time Grand Slam singles champion Venus Williams has received a wild card entry for the Australian Open beginning January 18 in Melbourne. The 45-year-old Williams would make a return to Melbourne Park 28 years after her first appearance.
Venus Williams News / Field Level Media / January 1
Venus Williams receives Australian Open wild-card entry
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams received a wild-card entry into the main draw of this month's Australian Open, event organizers announced Friday in Australia (Thursday night U.S.).
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 1
Venus Williams Receives Australian Open Wild Card
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams has accepted a wild card to play in the 2026 Australian Open, according to a Thursday announcement from the tournament’s social media.
Tennis News / HITC / December 28
The Grand Slam champion who Venus Williams idolised growing up, ‘it was kind of annoying’
Venus Williams actually looked up to a men’s Grand Slam singles champion growing up. Williams is a seven-time major singles champion, and she has also won 16 majors in doubles.
Tennis News / HITC / December 17
Venus Williams picks up WTA award in comeback season after 16-month break
Venus Williams made her return to tennis in the 2025 season, stepping back into the sport after a 16-month absence. There’s been talk about Serena Williams possibly making her own comeback in 2026, but that still feels like a long shot.
Tennis News / HITC / December 15
Serena Williams once admitted the biggest disappointment of her entire tennis career and it wasn’t even a defeat
Serena Williams certainly had lows during her career, but they were massively outweighed by the highs. Williams is one of the most decorated players in tennis, with 73 WTA Tour titles won throughout her phenomenal career.
Tennis News / HITC / December 11
Serena Williams’ ex-coach explains why he backs Novak Djokovic to win another Grand Slam in 2026
Novak Djokovic remains one of the best tennis players ever, regardless of Grand Slam record At 39 years old, Novak Djokovic remains one of the sport’s true greats.
Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / December 11
Venus Williams is Co-Chairing the 2026 Met Gala, and It’s About Time
In news that should surprise absolutely no one with a pulse on pop culture, tennis titan and fashion icon Venus Williams has been named a co-chair for the 2026 Met Gala.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / November 5
Venus Williams, 45, to start 33rd season at Adelaide
Seven-time Grand Slam winner Venus Williams will kick off her 33rd straight season on the WTA Tour in January in Auckland, New Zealand. Tournament organizers confirmed Wednesday that the 45-year-old former World No.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / November 5
45-Year-Old Venus Williams to Play at Auckland Classic
Tennis icon Venus Williams is set to return to the court at the age of 45, after accepting a wild card entry to compete at the ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand, in January 2026.
Tennis News / Serve on SI / October 14
Iga Swiatek surpasses Venus Williams in interesting financial category
Swiatek currently has a record of 61-15 and is well-positioned to make a strong push to the WTA Finals in Riyadh.
Tennis News / Yardbarker / October 10
Coco Gauff surpasses Serena Williams, Venus Williams feat with Wuhan victory
Gauff grew up idolizing Serena Williams and Venus Williams and credited the legendary sisters for inspiring her journey after winning her first major title in 2023.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / September 17
'Nothing is impossible' Venus Williams teases a potential Olympic return in Los Angeles 2028
Venus Williams has not ruled out the possibility of competing in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The 7-time major champion has made a remarkable return to the courts during the recent North American swing, earning singles and doubles wins at 45 years old.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 28
Venus Williams-Leylah Fernandez pull off upset in U.S. Open doubles
Venus Williams continues to prove that there is more to tennis than larger numbers in age and smaller numbers in rankings which accompany your name.
Tennis News / Field Level Media / August 26
Venus Williams will compete in women's doubles at U.S. Open
Venus Williams' 2025 U.S. Open will continue — in women's doubles.
'I don’t know that I’m willing to travel that far at this stage in my career to play': Emotional Venus Williams gets honest on tennis future
Venus Williams admitted that while she is still enjoying competing, her future plans on tour remain uncertain after her first-round loss at the 2025 US Open.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / August 13
45-Year-Old Venus Williams Receives US Open Wild Card
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams has received a main draw wild card to compete at the 2025 US Open. The complete batch of wild cards was released with 45-year-old Williams as the obvious headliner maker.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 24
Ageless wonder: Venus Williams earns Cincinnati Open wildcard After stunning DC Open comeback
Good news arrives for Venus Williams, who has been announced with a wildcard for the upcoming Cincinnati Open, following a notable return to the courts at the DC Open.
Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / July 23
'He encouraged me to get through this': Venus Williams confirms engagement to actor boyfriend as good news continues
Former world number one Venus Williams has revealed the reason behind her decision to play the ongoing DC Open. The 45-year-old made a return to the court after a gap of more than one year in the WTA 500 event in Washington after receiving a wildcard entry.
Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / July 23
Venus Williams wins on tour at the age of 45 in front of packed Citi Open crowd
31 years ago Venus Williams made her WTA tour debut at just 14. The senior Williams sister is 45 years old now and is showing no signs of having lost ability on the court.
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