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.

The tournament serves as a key warm-up event ahead of the Australian Open , and her participation marks another remarkable chapter in one of tennis’s most enduring careers.

Williams last appeared on the professional tour at the 2024 US Open , following shortly after a 16-month hiatus. Despite her age, the seven-time Grand Slam champion continues to show an unrelenting passion for the sport.

The American star has a rich history with the Auckland event, having first played there in 2014. A year later, she captured the ASB Classic title, defeating Caroline Wozniacki in a memorable final. Her return more tha

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