Key Highlights
- Venus Williams is the oldest player to compete in singles at the Australian Open at 45 years old.
- She led 4-0 in the deciding third set before losing six straight games.
- Williams had not won a Grand Slam singles match since 2021.
- She was ranked No. 576 and entered the tournament with a wild card.
- The match showcased her endurance, serving for nearly 15 minutes in a critical game.
