Venus Williams is one of the best grasscourt players. The 42-year-old has got five out of her seven Grand Slam titles at Wimbledon. Since last year’s Wimbledon, she has played only one match, way back, just before last year’s US Open.
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Just like her sister Serena, Venus has also been out of action for a long time. However, Serena Williams announced her return earlier this month and is all set to play her first-round match at Wimbledon today. While Venus hinted at taking her time to come back, fans were speculating a doubles return for the 42-year-old. Notably, fans spotted Venus practicing at the Wimbledon 2022.
Venus to pair up with Jamie Murray to play Mixed doubles
According to reports, Venus is all set to make a wildcard entry in mixed doubles at Wimbledon 2022. While the draws for singles and women’s double are long made, the sign-in for mixed doubles is still open and Venus is going to use the Wildcard to enter the tournament.
Here's the scoop of the day: @Venuseswilliams WILL play mixed at Wimbledon.
And … guess who she's playing with?https://t.co/kh4qvb1GR9 pic.twitter.com/BHMzS30MJR— Stephanie Myles (@OpenCourt) June 27, 2022
Talking about her partner, the 42-year-old will pair up with five-time Grand Slam mixed title winner Jamie Murray. The older brother of Andy Murray has proven himself to be a good mixed doubles player, and two out of his five Grand Slam titles have come at Wimbledon.
Venus Williams paired up with Nick Kyrgios last year but played only one match before they withdrew from the event. Now that she will be returning after a long time, we hope for a longer run from the American.
Venus Williams in Wimbledon
Venus Williams has given her best performance at the Grass court Grand Slam. The 42-year-old grabbed her first Wimbledon title back in the year 2000, further, she defended her title in 2001. Her next title came after a wait of three years in 2005. Later, she won two back-to-back titles in the years 2007 & 2008.
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Her records in Women’s doubles are more impressive as the 42-year-old has six Wimbledon doubles titles to her name.
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The last title she won in the grass court Grand Slam, was back in 2016 when she paired up with her sister Serena Williams to defeat Tímea Babos and Yaroslava Shvedova in straight sets.
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