Venus Williams, 45, received a wild card into the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati after winning matches in Washington.

American Venus Williams, who returned to competition after a 16-month absence, won her singles and doubles matches at the WTA 500 in Washington. She received a wild card into the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati, scheduled for August 7-18. Williams said she has no fixed goals and that her comeback is for personal satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of persevering in the face of difficulties.