Venus Williams

(USA) "The Goddess"

THE LOWDOWN:
"The Goddess" plays a heavenly game that has often lisfted her into the divine state known only to champions. A two-time US Open winner, Williams is widely admired for her poise and presence. Runner-up at last year's Bank of the West Classic, she has the stuff to cast a magic spell on the entire summer.

STATS:
Birthdate: 6/17/1980
Birthplace: Lynwood, CA, USA
Residence: Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA
Height: 6'1'' (185 cm)
Weight: 160 lbs (72.5 kg)
Plays: Right-Handed
Turned Pro: 1994
Previous Year's Final WTA Ranking: 9
Current WTA Ranking: 13
Career High WTA Ranking - Singles: 1 (2/25/2002)
Career High WTA Ranking - Doubles: 5 (10/11/1999)

CAREER REVIEW:
Singles Record: 394-90
Singles Titles: 33
Double Titles: 10
Prize Money: $14,777,838

2005 HIGHLIGHTS:
Singles Winner: Istanbul Finalist: Antwerp Semifinalist: Miami Quarterfinalist: Amelia Island