In 2022, the question was: Is Venus Williams going to follow her younger sister Serena Williams into retirement? At that time, Rennae Stubbs was heard saying, “I think that it would very much surprise me if Venus Williams doesn’t retire as well at the US Open.” Interestingly, even after almost two years of Serena Williams’ retirement, we’re still searching for an answer as to whether Venus Williams would “evolve” away from tennis just like her younger sister. Her honest confession during a recent interview with Good Morning America might just have sparked the chances.

In the last two seasons, Venus Williams has played just 12 matches as of now. She was last seen in action in March this year at the Miami Open. After that, the 7-time Grand Slam champion has maintained a fair bit of distance with the court. Instead, she has taken up other ventures to keep her engaged while she’s off-the-court. The 44-year-old tennis star recently wrote a book named, ‘Strive: 8 Steps to Find Your Awesome.’ Venus Williams spoke about this book and many more during her interview with Good Morning America.

She talked about the 2024 US Open and how close the American players were to clinching the title in this major. Then she was asked if she ever misses being thick of all the actions on the court. Her reply to this was, “You know I haven’t played since March. So, I’ve been doing other things like writing this book, so I’ve been busy. But it’s good to have different things in life. I think it makes you appreciate you know, other parts.“

Now after hearing all of these fans have started to wonder if she nearly confirmed her retirement plans with all of these. Will she “evolve” from tennis like Serena Williams? We all have seen her younger sister’s long essay on Vogue during her own retirement. She mentioned that she never liked the word “retirement,” so for her, “the best word to describe what I’m up to is evolution.”

Serena further added, “I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me.” So, fans are now speculating that her elder sister may well take a similar route in putting an end to her career.

In 2023, Venus Williams quashed aside any talk of her retirement and hinted that she intended to play in the 2024 season as well. On hearing this, their childhood coach Rick Macci lavished praise on Venus for her intention to continue playing her beloved sport when many around her were busy talking about impending retirement. However, fans feel the time has now come to put an end to an illustrious 30-year-long career. What does Serena Williams say to her on taking a retirement from the sport?

“I’m not allowed to quit” – Venus Williams reveals her younger sister’s message on retirement

The legacy of the Williams sisters is enormous in the racquet sport. Together they have won 122 titles in their careers and have broken numerous records with their astonishing feats. Fans love following them, be it on the court or off the court! So, their retirements are always something which is not too pleasing for the tennis lovers. After the early exit from the 2023 US Open, we heard Venus Williams say, “I don’t know what I’ll do this fall. Definitely too soon to say.” She’s someone who has enormous belief in herself and she feels everyone should chase their dreams.

Speaking about dreams well, in July last year she insisted that even playing at the age of 50 is not out of the question. “It’s never been done before so if there is anyone who could do it, it would be me,” said Venus Williams. She revealed Grand Slam tournaments mean the most to her but at the same time, she believes she has to be really “competitive” to take part in these big events. Despite being vastly experienced the 44-year-old believes, “I’m not carrying a torch for anyone. My motivation is to keep going just as I have always done. I have reached a level that few others reach in life or anything.” All she now wants is to enjoy the journey, but what did Serena Williams say to her on her retirement plans?

According to Venus Williams’ statement from January 2024, “My little sister, Serena, told me I’m not allowed to quit, and of course, I would never quit. But it’s the mandate. She said no, so I will be back on the court.” Her journey with the racquet in her hand has truly been amazing. Fans never want this show to end, but still, age, injuries, and multiple other issues force the players to bring an end to a job that they love doing. That’s the story in the life of every athlete. Which is your favorite moment from Venus Williams’ astonishing career?