Venus Williams won in Dubai last month to end a trophy drought which stretched back to 2012. The 33-year-old, who will compete at this week's Miami Open, has won 45 WTA titles.
Battling back —
Venus Williams won in Dubai last month to end a trophy drought which stretched back to 2012. The 33-year-old, who will compete at this week's Miami Open, has won 45 WTA titles.
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Williams has struggled since being diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome in 2011. The autoimmune disorder causes joint pain and can deplete energy levels.
Facing a fight —
Williams has struggled since being diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome in 2011. The autoimmune disorder causes joint pain and can deplete energy levels.
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Williams, a seven-time grand slam winner, fell to 103rd in the world in 2011 but has gradually fought her way back up the rankings.
Downwards spiral —
Williams, a seven-time grand slam winner, fell to 103rd in the world in 2011 but has gradually fought her way back up the rankings.
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Her sister Serena has won 17 grand slam singles titles and is the current world No.1. They have enjoyed great success together on the doubles circuit.
Girl power —
Her sister Serena has won 17 grand slam singles titles and is the current world No.1. They have enjoyed great success together on the doubles circuit.
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The sisters have won three Olympic gold medals in the women's doubles following victories in 2002, 2008 and 2012. Both are hoping to take part at the Rio Games in 2016.
Going for gold —
The sisters have won three Olympic gold medals in the women's doubles following victories in 2002, 2008 and 2012. Both are hoping to take part at the Rio Games in 2016.
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Williams has not managed to win a grand slam since her fifth Wimbledon triumph in 2008. She has also won her home U.S. Open twice and reached the final of the Australian and French slams.
Grand slam winner —
Williams has not managed to win a grand slam since her fifth Wimbledon triumph in 2008. She has also won her home U.S. Open twice and reached the final of the Australian and French slams.
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Off the court she has a successful fashion label, and part-owns the Miami Dolphins NFL franchise.
Business sense —
Off the court she has a successful fashion label, and part-owns the Miami Dolphins NFL franchise.
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