Tennis royalty is formally again within the constructing as Venus Williams makes a grand return to the court docket. Followers in all places—particularly these of us who grew up watching her dominate the sport—are hype to see the legend in motion once more.
Let’s go, Venus!
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Venus Williams Returns To The Tennis Court docket After Accepting A Wild Card Invite With The DC Open
After a 16-month hiatus, Venus has confirmed that she’ll be taking part in on the Mubadala Citi DC Open this July. The seven-time Grand Slam champion accepted a wildcard to compete on the WTA 500 hardcourt match taking place July 21–27. In her personal phrases, she’s feeling the love: “There’s one thing really particular about DC: the power, the followers, the historical past…This metropolis has at all times proven me a lot love, and I can’t wait to compete there once more!”
(Our woman Coco Gauff will even be in motion on the match.)
Whether or not Venus is taking on heart court docket, posing as a model ambassador, or displaying up like a real goddess on a pink carpet, she continues to encourage the tradition. She’s a strolling reminder that greatness doesn’t take breaks or shortcuts.
Venus Williams Is Precisely Who She Says She Is
Off the court docket Venus can also be nonetheless amassing wins. She and her sister Serena are teaming up for a brand-new podcast dropping in August 2025. It’ll characteristic the whole lot from laughter and playful sister vibes to deep convos with creators, leaders, and disruptors. The present is already giving legacy, and we’re tuning in.
Much more highly effective? Venus not too long ago opened up about her well being journey with fibroids—utilizing her voice to boost consciousness and champion girls’s wellness.
We’ll at all times root for Venus Williams. As a participant, podcaster, and a Black girl who is precisely who she says she is.
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