Venus makes a sensational decision amid a series of defeats

Veteran tennis star Venus Williams continues to face a series of defeats but remains determined to compete at the highest level. The 45 year old suffered her tenth consecutive singles loss in the Madrid Open first round and has not advanced past the opening match in any tournament since returning from a long break last year.

Despite the setbacks, Venus is now focusing on the upcoming French Open and hopes to receive a wildcard entry for the clay court Grand Slam. A seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, she has yet to win titles at the French Open and Australian Open, but insists she is not discouraged and is determined to continue competing.