Veteran tennis player Venus Williams turned back the clock on Monday as she won in the first round of WTA 250 event. The 43-year-old, who was playing with a strapped knee, beat Italian Camila Giorgi 7-6(5), 4-6, 7-6(6) for her first top-50 win since 2019.

Tennis: Venus Williams falls but opponent Camila Giorgi scores point and celebrates during WTA 250 - WATCH

Will Smith continued his winning streak this award weekend. After picking up a SAG Award, Golden Globes, Smith again took home two prestigious awards, BAFTA and Critics Choice Award in less than 24 hours for his incredible portrayal in 'King Richard'.

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Tennis: Venus Williams falls but opponent Camila Giorgi scores point and celebrates during WTA 250 - WATCH

Will Smith wins Critics Choice Awards & BAFTA for 'King Richard', hails Venus and Serena Williams

In pics: Day 2 highlights of Australian Open

Serena, Kerber to meet in Wimbledon final