Article 6Z9WD Venus Williams, 45, will be oldest US Open singles entrant in 44 years

Venus Williams, 45, will be oldest US Open singles entrant in 44 years

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  • Williams to play first slam singles since 2023

  • Oldest US Open singles entrant since 1981

  • Seven-time major champ won in 2000, 2001

Venus Williams will make her return to Grand Slam singles at the US Open after a two-year absence, having received a wildcard invitation Wednesday to compete at Flushing Meadows at age 45.

Williams will be the oldest singles entrant at the tournament since Renee Richards played there at 47 in 1981, according to the International Tennis Federation.

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