Venus Williams
BIRTHDAY: June 17, 1980
BIRTH PLACE: Lynnwood, California
Taking the tennis world by storm back in the late '90s with her younger sister Serena, Venus is the number eight female tennis player in the world and was the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal in singles and doubles (with Serena) since 1924. Venus has won 17 Grand Slam titles (singles, doubles, mixed doubles). With tennis, her own clothing line and an interior design firm, she has her hands full. But she might have to make room for a blimp.
Fun fact: Venus holds the record for the fastest serve by a woman in a main event: 130 mph (210 km/h) at the Zurich Open. She also holds the record for the fastest serve in all four Grand Slams.
Nominated For:
- Favorite Female Athlete
Past KCA honors:
- 2008, Nominated for Favorite Female Athlete
- 2004, Nominated for Favorite Female Athlete
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