Venus Williams is proving that age is just a number, as her doubles journey at the US Open continues with stunning ferocity.

Partnered with rising star Leylah Fernandez, the dynamic duo stormed into the quarterfinals of the women’s doubles bracket, decisively defeating the 12th-seeded pair of Ekaterina Alexandrova and Shuai Zhang 6-3, 6-4 in a thrilling match that lasted under 75 minutes at the famed Louis Armstrong Stadium.

At 45 years young, Williams outshined her competitors with an explosive serve, frequently clocking in at over 100 mph. Her stellar performance at the net, coupled with her strategic gameplay, kept the pressure on their opponents throughout.

Fernandez, only 22, expressed her confidence in Williams during a post-match interview, stating, "I have full confidence in Venus, and I hope she has full confidence in me. We’re just going out there, playing our game: be offensive, aggressive, and ready for the ball." She certainly made her presence felt as they efficiently executed their game plan.

Although Williams and Fernandez entered as unseeded wild cards, they are proving to be serious contenders. The pair may face off against top-seeded Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend next in a much-anticipated showdown featuring two of America's brightest tennis stars.

Williams expressed her excitement for the potential matchup, noting, "It’ll be so fun. Taylor has had a great tournament and it’s really been fun to watch her. Leylah and I will just try to stick to our game plan." The audience rallied behind the pair, creating an electric atmosphere with signs and cheers.

From the get-go, Williams and Fernandez took control of the match, making an immediate break and maintaining their advantage without ever trailing. Although Williams faced a momentary setback when she was broken in the second set, the duo quickly regrouped, winning four crucial points to take the lead again.

Despite an early exit from singles, where Williams lost in the first round to Karolina Muchova, the doubles realm seems to be providing her with the perfect platform for a remarkable comeback.

Fernandez described her experience playing alongside the tennis legend as a transformative opportunity, affectionately calling herself a "sponge" eager to absorb the wisdom Williams offers.

With an impressive 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, Williams hasn’t won since 2016, making this run even more poignant. In a light-hearted moment, she playfully called out to her sister Serena, inviting her to come cheer them on in New York. "She’s so happy for Leylah and me, and she’s given us advice. We just need her in the box," Williams quipped, urging Serena to make an appearance.

When asked what it would take to get her sister to show up, Williams mused, "If she came up, it would be a dream for both of us. We’d have her on the court coaching. It’s probably best she doesn’t come ’cause we’d probably bully her!" With that blend of humor and fierce competition, Williams continues to captivate fans and defy expectations.