After a significant break from the sport, tennis legend Venus Williams triumphantly returned to competition, defeating Peyton Stearns in her opening match.
Fellow tennis star Coco Gauff and Serena Williams' husband, Alexis Ohanian, both expressed their excitement and admiration for her victory on social media.
This impressive win, marking Williams's first singles victory in over 700 days, propelled her to the next round of the Citi Open tournament.
Williams's resilience and determination underscore her status as a true icon of women's tennis, inspiring fans worldwide.