In the post-match interview, Siniakova called it a privilege to play Williams, a legend she last played in 2017 a second-round loss at the Canadian Open. I remember I loved her back-out Reebok dress, Townsend added. That was what drew me to tennis. It was the cute outfits. Growing up watching Venus and Serena, [they] had always been, for me and my sister, an inspiration and we really wanted to be like them when we grew up.
Venus Williams' first match back on the WTA Tour in 16 months drew a full crowd, showcasing her enduring popularity and significance in tennis even after a long absence.