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45-year-old tennis legend, Venus Williams, will become the oldest woman to play in the Australian Open main draw after receiving a wildcard for the tournament starting 18 January, surpassing Kimiko Date.
She will also compete in the Hobart International warm-up event from 12 January, joining Emma Radu-cah-nu.
Williams, a two-time Australian Open runner-up, said she is grateful for the chance to return to a tournament that has been pivotal in her career.