Venus Williams Stories

Rapper Rick Ross Says He Has Met With Dolphins About Becoming A Part Owner
The Miami native is interested in becoming the latest celebrity to buy a piece of the franchise. 'Real positive conversation' >>
Serena Williams, Caroline Wozniacki Bring Their Friendship To U.S. Open Final
The U.S. Open final pits two gal-pals on opposite sides of the net. Hanging with the Miami Heat >>
Martina Hingis Is Playing Tennis Again And She May Win A U.S. Open Title
The former teen prodigy who is already in the Hall of Fame and had two retirements hasn't won a Grand Slam event since 2002, but she is in contention for the doubles title at age 33. How she revived her career >>
Sara Errani Beats Venus, Then Makes Demonstrative Gestures To U.S. Fans
The former French Open finalist from Italy has a demonstrative reaction after prevailing in a wild match. Dikembe Mutombo-like >>
Venus Williams To Pose Nude For ESPN The Magazine's Annual Body Issue
Five years after sister Serena did it, the nine-time Grand Slam champion will appear in the Body Issue. See preview >>
Once Questioned For Her Weight, 18-Year-Old Taylor Townsend Makes History
The young standout advanced to the third round, making her the youngest American to do so since 2003. Andy Murray on the bandwagon >>
Venus Williams Is Eliminated In Wild Finish -- Was It Her Last U.S. Open Singles Match?
After a marathon match, we are left to wonder whether the two-time champion has played her last singles match at the U.S. Open. Health issues >>
Venus Williams Talks About Her Baby Brother
Dylan is less than a year old, so it's too early to tell if he will have a future in tennis. Thoughts on her legacy >>
Early Fashion At The Australian Open
The hottest looks from Down Under. Venus and Serena >>
5 Stars Buying Franchises As Their Next Play
Shaq, Venus Williams and Steve Nash are among those who believe enough in products that they buy franchises. Who owns pretzel shops? >>

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