"Each week that I was training, I was, like, Oh, my God, I don't know if I'm good enough yet. And then there would be weeks where I would leap forward."
"I'm just constantly praying for good health, so that way I could have an opportunity to play with good health."
At 45, Venus Williams made a triumphant return to professional tennis, winning a match against Peyton Stearns, 22 years younger. This victory marked her first singles win in nearly two years and made her the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match. Williams had undergone surgery and faced doubts about her performance throughout her training. Despite the challenges, she expressed her desire to compete at a high level, supported by a cheering crowd that recognized her talent and history in the sport.
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