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<p>STILL GOT IT: Venus Williams threatened to pull off a sensational victory. Pic: Adam Hunger/AP</p>

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Venus Williams falls short of remarkable victory on US Open return

At 45, the tennis icon was the oldest player to compete in the women’s singles at Flushing Meadows since Renee Richards in 1981.

<p>Robbie Williams said that despite a decades-long feud, he would open for Oasis (Isabel Infantes/PA)</p>

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Robbie Williams says he would open for Oasis despite decades-long rivalry

<p>Robbie Williams has talked about his experience with some fans on a recent flight (Isabel Infantes/PA)</p>

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Robbie Williams tells fans selfies and approaches cause ‘discomfort and panic’

Wimbledon 2022 - Day Two - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

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Serena Williams on Jannik Sinner doping case: I’d have been banned for 20 years

British Grand Prix 2024 - Race - Silverstone

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Carlos Sainz backs former team Ferrari to challenge for world championship

Royal Variety Performance 2024

celebrity

Vanessa Williams pays tribute to ‘loyal’ mother following her death aged 85

Robbie Williams admits ‘sense of shame’ over Nicole Appleton relationship

Robbie Williams admits ‘sense of shame’ over Nicole Appleton relationship

Robbie Williams said he found scenes depicting his former relationship with All Saints singer Nicole Appleton “the most difficult bits” to watch in his new semi-autobiographical film Better Man.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

Donald Trump

Ex-model says Trump groped her while Epstein watched

Former model Stacey Williams has said that former president Donald Trump groped her at Trump Tower in early 1993 as disgraced hedge fund manager Jeffrey Epstein watched.

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024

Huw Edwards court case

Man who sent indecent images of children to Huw Edwards revealed

The images, shared with Edwards by Williams via WhatsApp, came to light during an unrelated investigation by South Wales Police

Wed, 31 Jul, 2024

Formula One Package

Alex Albon signs new multi-year deal with Williams

Albon has committed his long-term future to Williams.

Wed, 15 May, 2024

Wendy Williams

Wendy Williams thanks well-wishers after sharing aphasia and dementia diagnosis

Former US talk show host Wendy Williams has thanked people for their “love and kind words” after it was announced she has been diagnosed with a rare form of dementia.

Sat, 24 Feb, 2024

GQ Men of the Year Awards

Maisie Williams was ‘up at 4am to start sweating’ to play Dior’s muse

Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams has detailed how she was “eating very little” and had to “be up at 4am to start sweating” to realistically portray Catherine Dior, the revolutionary younger sister of French fashion designer ...

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Netherlands Grand Prix 2023 - Race - CM.com Circuit Zandvoort

American Logan Sargeant to remain with Williams for 2024 season

The British outfit’s move to retain Sargeant, 22, for a second campaign completes the 20-driver grid for 2024.

Fri, 01 Dec, 2023

World's Greatest Dad photocall - London

Mrs Doubtfire director ‘in talks’ over Robin Williams documentary

Filmmaker Chris Columbus said he wants to make a documentary about Robin Williams using the “two million feet of film” shot on Mrs Doubtfire.

Wed, 22 Nov, 2023

Robbie Williams in concert - Sandringham Estate

Robbie Williams fan dies after falling at his Sydney show

Instead of using the stairs after the concert had finished, the woman attempted to step over seating rows, lost her footing and fell from the upper level of the stadium

Tue, 21 Nov, 2023

Robbie Williams Netflix documentary

Robbie Williams: Documentary is about taking back power

The singer and former Take That star, 49, was at the premiere of Robbie Williams on Wednesday, held at the London Film Museum in Covent Garden, London

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

Robbie Williams in concert - Sandringham Estate

Robbie Williams says he is going through ‘manopause’ after years of partying

The former Take That star, 49, said his years of partying are a taking a toll on his health and have even caused a drop in his testosterone levels.

Wed, 01 Nov, 2023

Bianca Williams stop and search

Metropolitan Police officers sacked for gross misconduct over athlete search

On Wednesday, the panel found Pc Clapham and Pc Franks had lied about smelling cannabis during the stop and search

Wed, 25 Oct, 2023

Treat Williams

Driver ‘considers Treat Williams a friend’ and says crash charges not warranted

A driver accused of causing the crash that killed Treat Williams has said he knew the actor and considered him a friend, but denied wrongdoing and said charges against him are not warranted.

Sat, 05 Aug, 2023

Treat Williams

Driver ‘considers Treat Williams a friend’ and says crash charges not warranted

A driver accused of causing the crash that killed Treat Williams has said he knew the actor and considered him a friend, but denied wrongdoing and said charges against him are not warranted.

Sat, 05 Aug, 2023

Driver accused of gross negligence in crash that killed actor Treat Williams

A Vermont driver accused of causing a crash that killed actor Treat Williams has been cited for grossly negligent operation causing death, officials said.

Wed, 02 Aug, 2023

Treat Williams

Driver accused of gross negligence in crash that killed actor Treat Williams

A Vermont driver accused of causing a crash that killed actor Treat Williams has been cited for grossly negligent operation causing death, officials said.

Wed, 02 Aug, 2023

Wimbledon 2023 - Day One - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

I got killed by the grass – Venus Williams suffers nasty fall in Wimbledon loss

The 43-year-old, whose first outing at SW19 came in 1997, was absent from the singles draw last year but was handed a wild card into this year’s tournament

Mon, 03 Jul, 2023

Pharrell Williams

Beyonce, Rihanna and Zendaya front row for Pharrell Williams’ Louis Vuitton show

With Beyonce, Rihanna, Zendaya and more sitting front row, Pharrell Williams’ first show as creative director of Louis Vuitton menswear was suitably star-studded.

Tue, 20 Jun, 2023

John Williams at the 60th Annual BMI Film And Television Awards held at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills

John Williams gives surprise performance at US premiere of Indiana Jones 5

Veteran composer John Williams delighted the audience at the Los Angeles premiere of Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny with a surprise live performance.

Thu, 15 Jun, 2023

Stars pay tribute to actor Treat Williams after death in motorcycle accident

Stars pay tribute to actor Treat Williams after death in motorcycle accident

Stars including Kim Cattrall, John Travolta, Sharon Stone, Mark Hamill, Wendell Pierce and Malcolm McDowell have paid tribute

Tue, 13 Jun, 2023

Treat Williams

US actor Treat Williams dies aged 71 after motorbike crash

His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed the actor’s death

Tue, 13 Jun, 2023

Game of Thrones Premiere - Belfast

Maisie Williams urges fans to support Bristol-based food poverty charity

Game Of Thrones star Maisie Williams has urged fans to donate to a crowdfunder for a Bristol-based charity helping to support young people facing food poverty.

Mon, 12 Jun, 2023

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Serena Williams announces pregnancy and shows off baby bump at Met Gala

The retired 23-time grand slam singles winner, who shares daughter Olympia, five, with husband Alexis Ohanian, confirmed the news on Instagram.

Tue, 02 May, 2023

Cazoo World Snooker Championship 2023 - Day 3 - The Crucible

Mark Williams will not tempt fate after cruising into Crucible second round

Mark Williams has no interest in tempting fate after cruising into the second round of the World Snooker Championship with a 10-5 win over Jimmy Robertson on Monday

Mon, 17 Apr, 2023

Alex Albon file photo

Alex Albon: F1 drivers are all concerned over FIA ban on political statements

Alex Albon said Formula One drivers are 'concerned' about the FIA’s move to ban political statements

Tue, 07 Feb, 2023

Laverne & Shirley actor Cindy Williams dies aged 75

Laverne & Shirley actor Cindy Williams dies aged 75

Cindy Williams, who was among the most recognisable US stars in the 1970s and 80s for her role opposite Penny Marshall’s Laverne on the beloved sitcom Laverne & Shirley, has died, her family said.

Tue, 31 Jan, 2023

Italian Grand Prix - Race - Monza

Williams team principal and chief executive Jost Capito to step aside

Williams have announced team principal and chief executive Jost Capito will step aside ahead of the 2023 Formula One season

Mon, 12 Dec, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams says she will ‘not be relaxing’ after playing final match

The global tennis phenomenon said that her reported 'retirement' from the sport was 'more of an evolution of Serena' and it was time for her to explore her other passions

Wed, 14 Sep, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams says she will ‘not be relaxing’ after playing final match

Serena Williams says she “will not be relaxing” after playing what is likely to be her final competitive tennis match, and can now find time for “things that I’ve been wanting to do for so many years”.

Wed, 14 Sep, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams ends career with third-round loss at US Open

Ajla Tomljanovic won a thriller at Flushing Meadows.

Sat, 03 Sep, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams dubbed ‘one of the greatest of all time’ after final match

Michelle Obama praised Serena Williams as “one of the greatest athletes of all time” as the tennis superstar played what was likely to be her final professional match.

Sat, 03 Sep, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams reveals Tiger Woods was behind her return to tennis

Williams hailed the influence of Tiger Woods after the golfing great persuaded her to return to the court

Thu, 01 Sep, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams hailed by rivals as stars pay tribute ahead of US Open swansong

Although she has not completely shut the door on future appearances, the US Open looks set to be her swansong, bringing the curtain down on a 27-year career.

Sun, 28 Aug, 2022

US Open Tennis

Serena Williams prepares for emotional final tournament at US Open

Boyzone were top of the charts and more than a quarter of the women’s top 100 had not been born when Serena Williams made her US Open debut 24 years ago.

Fri, 26 Aug, 2022

Toronto Tennis

Tearful Serena Williams says ‘goodbye Toronto’ after flagging retirement

The American lost 6-2 6-4 to Belinda Bencic in the second round in Toronto in her first defeat since saying she has decided to end her career.

Thu, 11 Aug, 2022

British Grand Prix 2022 - Paddock Day - Silverstone

Alex Albon signs contract extension with Williams

The 26-year-old, who spent last year on the sidelines after he was dropped by Red Bull, has steadily impressed since his transfer to the British team

Wed, 03 Aug, 2022

Wimbledon 2022 - Day Two - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

Serena Williams non-committal over future after first-round Wimbledon defeat

Serena Williams left her future open to question after her return to Wimbledon ended in a first-round defeat by little-known Frenchwoman Harmony Tan

Wed, 29 Jun, 2022

Wimbledon 2022 - Day Two - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

Serena Williams beaten by Harmony Tan in late-night thriller on Centre Court

Williams was unable to summon the old magic as her Wimbledon return ended in a first-round defeat to little-known Frenchwoman Harmony Tan.

Tue, 28 Jun, 2022

2022 Wimbledon Preview - Saturday June 25th - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

Serena Williams happily ‘out of office’ as she targets more Wimbledon glory

Serena Williams joked she has put her ‘out of office’ on as she takes a break from her hectic off-court life to tread the lawns of Wimbledon once again

Sat, 25 Jun, 2022

Rothesay International Eastbourne - Day Five - Devonshire Park

Serena Williams’ Eastbourne doubles run ends early after injury to Ons Jabeur

Williams and Tunisian Jabeur made it through to the semi-finals with a narrow victory over Maria Bouzkova and Sara Sorribes Tormo and then a more convincing one against Shuko Aoyama and Chan Hao-ching.

Thu, 23 Jun, 2022

Wimbledon 2022 Package

Serena Williams set to make return after year out on Tuesday evening

Serena Williams will be made to wait a little longer before her comeback appearance in Eastbourne after her doubles’ match with Ons Jabeur was scheduled last on Centre Court on Tuesday

Tue, 21 Jun, 2022

Poland v Wales - UEFA Nations League - Group A4 - Wroclaw Stadium

Jonny Williams and Wales ready for ‘massive’ World Cup opportunity

Jonny Williams says Wales are ready to capitalise on their “massive opportunity” and end a 64-year wait to play at a World Cup.

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

Unauthorised video of Grey's Anatomy actor Jesse Williams onstage during nude scene condemned

Unauthorised video of Grey's Anatomy actor Jesse Williams onstage during nude scene condemned

"We condemn in the strongest possible terms the creation and distribution of photographs and videos of our members during a nude scene," said Kate Shindle, president of the Actors’ Equity Association.

Wed, 11 May, 2022

US Michael K Williams

Four charged over The Wire actor’s overdose death

Four men believed to be members of a drug distribution gang have been charged in connection with the overdose death of actor Michael K Williams five months ago.

Wed, 02 Feb, 2022