Venus Williams loves interacting with her fans through social media. She is quite active on Instagram and loves to drop in random Q&A sessions with the people who follow her. Fans love having Venus answer their questions. These questions range from personal to professional to her early life when she started tennis.

One such instance where Venus got all giddy answering was about her first tournament outside the US with her sister Serena Williams. It is clear from her expression how nostalgic she feels talking about that time.

Venus Williams Shares Her First Tournament Story Outside the US

Venus Williams, one of the most successful and decorated tennis players in the world, recently took to Instagram to share her first tournament story outside the United States. The French Open, which is currently taking place, holds a special place in Venus’ heart, as it was not only her first Grand Slam but also her first international tournament.

At the tender age of 16, Venus embarked on a journey that would forever shape her career and legacy in the world of tennis.

In her Instagram story, she fondly recalls her experience at the French Open. She added, “First tournament outside the US was French Open which is happening now. I was 16 years old. It was my first Grand Slam and first tournament outside the US. I remember we got there and we were jet lagged so we slept through the first practice. During the second practice, we got a wake-up call so that we don’t miss our car. Serena and I, wonderful experience”.

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Venus is soon to surprise fans with her comeback at Rothesay Classic Birmingham

The news of Venus Williams being back on the court with her best game has made fans really happy. They are looking forward to witnessing her playing her best from June 19. Since 2021, this will be the first time she will be seen in action in the singles tournament on grass after the Wimbledon championships that year.

Wimbledon is Venus’ most successful major with five singles and six double crowns in her bucket alongside her sister Serena Williams. Venus Williams fans are truly excited for her to be back in action.

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