Venus Williams lost to 24th-ranked Magdalena Frech 6-2, 6-2 at the D.C. Open, ending her hopes for a winning streak since 2019. At 45, Williams became the oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match since 2004 when she defeated Peyton Stearns. This was her first match since March 2024 following surgery for uterine fibroids. Williams briefly led 2-1 against Frech but could not maintain momentum, resulting in a straight-sets defeat. She previously had success with a doubles match win at the tournament.
Venus Williams, at 45, made history by becoming the oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match since 2004, showcasing her enduring competitive spirit.
Despite her initial lead against Magdalena Frech at the D.C. Open, Williams lost the match 6-2, 6-2, failing to create a winning streak since 2019.
Williams' health issues due to uterine fibroids sidelined her for more than a year, marking her return with a hard-court tournament appearance in Washington.
In her match against Frech, Williams opened strong by leading 2-1, but ultimately faltered, losing seven consecutive games to give Frech the first set.
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