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3 reasons why Venus Williams is one if the favorites to win the 2011 U.S. Open
Venus Williams has won 21 Grand Slam titles, seven of which were singles titles. Of the seven, two were won at this very tournament, the U.S. Open.
Despite the fact that they were in 2000 and 2001, Williams is still just 31 years of age and still has the physical ability to make an impact with her play at this year’s stage. The way she was hitting the ball and making plays at Wimbledon showed glimpses of that player 10 years ago.
Experience and having got it done on this very stage before is a subtle yet significant advantage in this tournament for Williams and really, in any sport. Her talent as a tennis player is still there, despite falling off the map for some time due to injury.
Expect big things from Venus in this year’s 2011 U.S. Open. Is she the ultimate, flat-out favorite? By no means. Can she make noise in this year’s tournament and possibly find herself in a position to win it? Without question.
Don’t underestimate what a player like Williams can bring to the table.
Source: The Bleacher Report
