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    Venus Williams has lifted the lid on why she is still playing tennis after all these years

    Venus Williams has lifted the lid on why she is still playing tennis after all these years


    The 45-year-old will begin her 33rd consecutive season on tour this week at the ASB Classic, a tournament she won in 2015.

    Williams is relishing being back in Auckland and has explained why she keeps playing...



    TENNIS COVERAGE WITH EYE INSTITUTE.  DISCOVER A WORLD FREE OF GLASSES AND CONTACTS

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