Venus Williams vs Serena Williams
Venus Williams vs Serena Williams: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Venus Williams and Serena Williams?
The rivalry between Venus and her sister Serena is one of the most famous in sports history, with both sisters facing each other in numerous Grand Slam finals. Their matches often draw significant attention and have defined an era in women's tennis.
Venus Williams
Key numbers
- Career Singles Titles49
- Grand Slam Singles Titles7
- Career Doubles Titles22
- Career Prize Money$42,874,504
- Career Singles Record819–281
Top honours
- Grand Slam Singles Titles7 titles (2000, 2001, 2005, 2007, 2008 at Wimbledon; 2000, 2001 at US Open)
- Olympic Gold Medals1 singles gold (2000), 3 doubles golds (2000, 2008, 2012)
- WTA Tour Championships1 title (2008)
- Grand Slam Doubles Titles14 titles (including 5 at Wimbledon, 2 at US Open, 4 at Australian Open)
- Highest Singles RankingWorld No. 1 (February 25, 2002)
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Serena Williams
Key numbers
- Grand Slam Singles Titles23
- Career Titles73
- Highest Singles RankingNo. 1
- Weeks at No. 1319
- Career Prize Money$94,816,730
Top honours
- Grand Slam Singles Titles23 titles (most in the Open Era)
- Olympic Gold Medals4 medals (1 singles, 3 doubles)
- WTA Tour Championships5 titles
- Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year4 times (2003, 2010, 2016, 2018)
- Sportsperson of the Year2015 by Sports Illustrated