Venus Williams has been granted a wildcard entry for the BNP Paribas Open, marking her first match in almost a year. The 44-year-old hasn't played since her first-round exit at the Miami Open on March 19, 2024. Williams has a storied history in tennis, winning seven grand slam singles titles, and her first appearance at Indian Wells dates back to 1994. The Williams sisters have a complicated history with the tournament, famously boycotting it after facing racial abuse in 2001. Williams currently ranks No 974 as she returns to competitive play.
Venus Williams, at 44, receives a wildcard entry for the BNP Paribas Open, marking her first tournament in nearly a year after suffering a long hiatus.
After a year away from competition, Venus Williams is set to return to Indian Wells, a tournament with a historically complex relationship for her and Serena.
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