“I hope to be like you,” Serena said following Venus’ return to Flushing Meadows at 45 years old. Published Aug 26, 2025 Venus Williams gets vulnerable after US Open loss | TC Live NEW YORK—Serena Williams paid an emotional tribute to elder sister Venus on social media following Venus’ first match at the US Open in two years. “Strength, courage, determination, class, perseverance, inspiration… there’s not enough words to describe how proud I am of you @VenusWilliams,” Serena captioned.