Williams is playing in her first tournament since she withdrew from the U.S. Open in August after being diagnosed with a fatigue-causing autoimmune disease.
She showed plenty of staying power against the third-seeded Kvitova, taking charge in the final set. When Kvitova pushed a weary forehand wide on the final point after nearly 2 1/2 hours, Williams trotted to the net with a grin and raised fist.
A former No. 1 and seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, Williams is ranked No. 134 and needed a wild card to enter the tournament, which she has won three times.
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