Venus Williams acknowledges the crowd after her U.S. Open doubles match.

Venus Williams' US Open ends with a loss in the women's doubles quarterfinals to Taylor Townsend | AI News Digest

Published: September 3, 2025, 1:08 a.m. Sports Positive

Venus Williams' return to Grand Slam tennis concluded with a loss in the women's doubles quarterfinals at the U.S. Open. Partnering with Leylah Fernandez, they faced the top-seeded duo of Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova, losing 6-1, 6-2 in just 56 minutes. Despite the defeat, Williams received a standing ovation from the crowd, highlighting her enduring legacy in the sport. Townsend expressed her admiration for Williams, calling it an honor to share the court with her. Williams, who had been out of competition for 16 months, reflected on her journey and expressed pride in her performance. She hinted at the possibility of continuing her career, emphasizing her determination to keep pushing forward.

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