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Venus Williams co-chairs Met Gala 2026 and wears a Swarovski crystal mesh gown inspired by Robert Pruitt’s portrait, with a Wimbledon-inspired necklace honoring her family, career, and the sport’s fight for equal pay, citing pioneers like Althea Gibson and Arthur Ashe as influences.
The Met Gala 2026 guest list and host committee were revealed, with Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams serving as co-chairs under Anna Wintour's leadership. Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz co-chair the host committee for the Costume Art theme, which invites attendees to interpret 'fashion is art' on the red carpet as a wide slate of music, film, sports, and fashion stars descend on the Met.
At 45, Venus Williams became the oldest woman to compete in the Australian Open singles main draw, entering on a wildcard. She led 4-0 in the deciding set before Olga Danilovic rallied to win 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4 in Melbourne. Williams delivered big serves and winners and even saved two break points in a marathon 14-minute service game, but could not close it out. The seven-time major winner is coming off a five-match skid and will shift focus to doubles at the tournament as she maps her 2026 schedule.
At 45, Venus Williams set a historic Australian Open record before losing in the first round to Olga Danilovic.
Returning from more than a year away, Venus Williams’ Australian Open campaign ended in a close first-round loss after two near-identical results: she and her fans celebrated a milestone return, but she followed up with six straight tour-level defeats, including first-round losses at the US Open and Australian Open that were settled in the final sets. Williams had a brief comeback run at Washington in mid-2025, where she beat Peyton Stearns, but her form since has been uneven. Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash argued for selective wildcards at majors, saying Williams deserves one if she’s in form, while stressing it shouldn’t be automatic. Williams says she’s committed to playing more tournaments despite being short on match practice.
Tatjana Maria defeated Venus Williams 6-4 6-3 at the Hobart International. Maria travelled with her two daughters, who are fans of Williams, adding an emotional backdrop as Maria said it was an honor to face Williams; she also noted they are neighbours who live across the street.
Aryna Sabalenka aims for her third Brisbane title as she prepares to face Cristina Bucsa, while Venus Williams competes in Auckland; the United Cup quarterfinals are also underway with Australia and Czechia vying for the Group D lead.
Venus Williams, at 45, will make her first Australian Open appearance since 2021 after receiving a wild card, marking her return to Grand Slam play outside the U.S. since 2023. She plans to warm up at the Auckland Open and has shown resilience with recent wild card entries, hinting at a possible return to competitive tennis in 2026.
Venus Williams announced her marriage to Danish actor and model Andrea Preti, following their meeting at Milan Fashion Week in 2024 and a subsequent engagement in January. The couple married in Palm Beach, Florida, during a five-day celebration, with notable support from her sister Serena Williams.
Venus Williams married actor and model Andrea Preti in a Palm Beach ceremony after a five-day celebration, marking a significant personal milestone while she continues her professional tennis career.
Venus Williams married Danish actor and model Andrea Preti in Florida over the weekend, celebrating their union with a five-day event in Palm Beach Gardens, after meeting at Milan Fashion Week and getting engaged in Tuscany. Williams, 45, recently returned to tennis, winning her first singles match in 16 months, with her fiancé supporting her throughout.
Venus Williams, the legendary tennis player, has received a wildcard entry for the Auckland Classic in January, marking her first appearance at the tournament since 2015 and continuing her comeback after a 16-month hiatus.
Venus Williams' impressive US Open doubles run ended with a loss in the quarterfinals, sparking questions about her future in tennis. While she emphasizes her focus on singles, her age and travel preferences suggest she may be nearing the end of her career, though she remains committed to her upcoming engagements. Her legacy as a tennis legend continues to inspire new generations.
Venus Williams' run at the US Open 2025 ended in the women's doubles quarter-finals alongside Leylah Fernandez, as they lost to top seeds Townsend and Siniakova. Despite a strong tournament showing, Williams, a four-time US Open champion, was emotional after her exit, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. The match highlighted her resilience and legendary status in tennis.
Leylah Fernandez, partnering with Venus Williams, reached the US Open doubles quarterfinals and humorously apologized to Serena Williams on Instagram for 'stealing' Venus as a partner, highlighting the Williams sisters' influence and the ongoing Serena-Venus dynamic at the tournament.