Venus Williams
Venus Williams is a legendary American tennis player, renowned for her seven Grand Slam singles titles.
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Venus Williams is an American former professional tennis player who is considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Williams has won several Grand Slam titles, including seven singles titles, and is the only player to have won four Olympic gold medals in singles and doubles. She was also the first African American woman to rank No. 1 in the world in tennis.
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5 Interesting Facts about Venus Williams
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Four Time Olympic Medalist
Venus Williams is a four time Olympic medalist, having won gold in singles and doubles at the 2000 and 2008 Olympic games.
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First African-American Female to Reach No.1 Ranking
In 2002, Venus Williams became the first African-American female tennis player to reach the No.1 ranking in the world.
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Voted as One of the Most Influential People by Time Magazine
In 2004 and 2017, Venus Williams was voted one of the 100 most influential people by Time Magazine.
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Holds Record for Longest Women's Singles Match at Wimbledon
In 2010, Venus Williams set the record for the longest women's singles match at the Wimbledon tournament with a 3 hour and 45 minute match against her sister, Serena.
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Has Owned a Clothing Line Since
Since 2007, Venus Williams has owned her own clothing line called EleVen, which she designs herself.
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Venus Williams, the former Women's World No.1 Tennis player and holder of multiple Grand Slam titles, was born on June 17, 1980 and is currently 43. Williams is most renowned for her achievements in the sport of tennis, having won the title of World No.1 for four years consecutively, as well as winning seven Grand Slam singles titles.
Venus Williams has an estimated net worth of $95M. Known for her success as a professional tennis player, she has gained immense fame and wealth from prize money, endorsements, and business investments. Her long-term endorsements with companies such as Nike and Wilson have also contributed to her wealth.