Venus Williams is a name that has echoed through the tennis world for decades. She is a force that reshaped the sport and opened doors for countless athletes who once hesitated to step into the spotlight. Her impact goes far beyond the trophies; she’s been a beacon of inspiration, showing that barriers are meant to be broken and that greatness knows no boundaries. But lately, the spotlight that once shone so brightly on Williams has dimmed.

The victories have been fewer, the appearances on the court more sporadic, and for a time, it seemed like this legendary figure might quietly fade from the game she revolutionized. However, just when the tennis world began to wonder if we’d seen the last of her magic, there’s a stirring in the air. The latest update about the tennis star will definitely mesmerize her fans and the entire tennis community alike. 

As per the latest updates that are emerging from New York, Williams is set to play an exhibition mixed-doubles match at the US Open. The star tennis player is set to partner with former pro and the 2003 US Open winner Andy Roddick as the duo will take upon Gabriela Sabatini and Juan Martin del Potro. The 44-year-old has had a significant record on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, where she has won four titles – two in singles and two in doubles. While the tennis star has failed to get a wild card at mega events this year including the recently concluded Wimbledon, this endeavor would definitely give her fans the much-awaited showdown, especially because of the fact that she would be playing a doubles match.

Williams has won 14 Grand Slams in the doubles category and 4 of her Olympic medals have emerged while she played in doubles or mixed doubles. Remember, the star player suffered a horror knee injury at Wimbledon against Elina Svitolina after she fell in the third game of her first-round match last year. “I spent the whole summer pretty injured with my knee, like really struggling with it,” she said on her YouTube Channel. And since then, she has failed to achieve significantly with the former World No.1 currently standing at the 531st spot.

But even after the latest announcement about her exhibition match, her future in tennis tournaments remains unclear. While she might get chances to demonstrate her skills yet again, the chances may not be that high. Remember, the seven-time Grand Slam champion has played only two events this year: the Indian Wells Masters and the Miami Open. While her five-month hiatus after the Miami Open is set to come to an end, speculations about her retirement have continued to make the rounds in the tennis circuit.

Will Williams retire after accomplishing her goal at the US Open?

Venus Williams has expressed her desire to perform bigger at some selected events this season. As the tennis star gears up to play one of the desired events from the list, she might bid adieu to the tennis world, going the Andy Murray way. 

In a YouTube video earlier this year, Williams revealed how her younger sister Serena instructed her to continue playing the sport. “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.” Continuing further, she revealed her desire to participate in some major events this year. “One of my big goals is to play United States, to play in the Miami Open and at Indian Wells.”

The only tournament that remains to be played this season for Venus is the one in the United States. Hence, her injuries and absence from the tennis courts might actually make her consider her plans to go ahead with the sport. But for now, the only thing that the tennis community would be awaiting is her dazzling comeback on the courts.