JAKARTA - Venus Williams will certainly play at the Australian Open 2023 which starts on January 16. He gets a wildcard quota to perform at Melbourne Park.

This will be Venus' 22nd appearance in the Grand Slam tournament. The 42-year-old made his debut in this tournament 25 years ago in 1998.

His best achievement was being a finalist at the Australian Open. He did it twice.

"I am very happy to be back in Melbourne to compete at the Australian Open in January," Williams said, as on the WTA official website quoted via Antara, Tuesday, December 20.

"I have competed in this country for more than 20 years and the Australian community has always supported me wholeheartedly. It is an honor to play for the fans again, and I look forward to making more memories in this year's tournament."

Venus Williams has only played four tournaments in 2022. She will return to Melbourne for the first time since being knocked out in the second round in 2021.

"Venus is not just an amazing and fan favorite player, he is a great role model and leader in our sport in many ways," said tournament director Craig Tiley.

"We are delighted to welcome him back to the Australian Open in January," he added.


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