Former World No.1 Venus Williams became the latest tennis celebrity to join the World TeamTennis 2020 event this year. (Getty Images)
Venus Williams is one of the greatest sporting heroes of the modern era. Along with her sister Serena Williams, she changed the complete outlook of women’s tennis. The skill, athleticism, power and ruthlessness that the Williams’ sisters displayed was unseen in women’s tennis before their era. Venus Williams is a 21-time Grand Slam Champion which includes 7 singles’ titles and 14 doubles’ titles. She has won all four Grand Slams.
Besides the majors in tennis, Venus Williams has been prolific in the Olympics, representing the U.S.A. Williams is the first tennis player to win a medal in four Olympic Games. She is also the first player in Open Era to win an Olympic medal in all three events – singles doubles and mixed doubles.
Venus Williams is still an active player. The 41-year old is suffering from a leg injury and hasn’t played recently. She skipped the first Grand Slam of the year, the Australian Open owing to the injury. Let us take a look at the 5 best tennis matches involving the American super star.
1. 2005 Wimbledon Final: Williams defeats Davenport 4-6, 7-6, 9-7.
Venus Williams entered the final as the underdog. Lindsay Davenport was the world No. 1 at the time. Davenport clinched the first set but Williams came back to win this thrilling three setter in tie break. This match is considered to be one of the best ladies’ finals in Wimbledon history.
2. 2008 Wimbledon Final: Venus William def Serena Williams 7-5, 6-4.
Going into the match, Serena had a 5-1 advantage over Venus in previous Grand Slam finals and was looking poised to clinch the title. Venus surprised everyone to win her fifth Wimbledon title. She established herself as the best grass court player of her generation.
3. 2001 Miami Masters Final: Williams defeats Capriati 4-6, 6-1, 7-6.
Venus Williams and Jennifer Capriati were two of the biggest WTA stars in the 2000s era. Capriati was a former World No.1 and three-time grand slam champion. Williams came out on top in the final clinching a thrilling three-setter after going one set down.
4. 2005 Wimbledon Semi-Final: Williams defeats Sharapova 7-6, 6-1.
In the early 2000s, the Williams’ sisters dominated Wimbledon. Sharapova made a breakthrough in 2004 and caused an epic upset defeating defending champion, Serena Williams in a straight sets final. Venus faced Sharapova in an intense semi final in 2005 and earned a dominating victory. It was definitely a statement from Venus – she is the best grass court player.
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