Venus Williams suffered her 16th consecutive loss on August 14, 2023, falling to Veronika Kudermetova in the first round of the Western & Southern Open in Mason, Ohio.
The defeat extended a losing streak that has raised questions about the former world No. 1's form. Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, has not won a match since early 2023.
The match at the Lindner Family Tennis Center marked another early exit for the 43-year-old American, who has struggled with injuries and inconsistent play in recent seasons.
