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Venus Williams returns to pro tennis at Mubadala Citi DC Open
After a 16-month break, Venus Williams is back, accepting a wild-card entry in singles at the Mubadala Citi DC Open, one of the nation’s largest professional tennis tournaments.
"Still shocking the sport" - Venus Williams' ex-coach Rick Macci delighted ahead of legend's Citi DC Open 2025 return
Venus Williams' former coach Rick Macci couldn't hide his excitement at the tennis legend's imminent return to competitive action at the 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open in Washington.
Thousands expected to attend Mubadala Citi DC Open tennis tournament
In just a few days, champions in tennis will pick up their rackets in the nation's capital for the Mubadala Citi DC Open.
Elite names in tennis arrive in DC for the Mubadala Citi Open
WASHINGTON — The road to the U.S. Open has officially kicked off this weekend with the Mubadala Citi DC Open in the nation's capital. More than 80,000 spectators are expected to visit Rock Creek Park to a get close at some of the biggest names in tennis, including Naomi Osaka and Venus Williams.
Venus Williams is back in tennis and wishes Serena would come out of retirement to join the fun
Venus Williams is back on the tennis scene, ready to compete for the first time in more than a year, and while she smiled or laughed frequently Sunday while discussing her return at the DC Open, there was something that would make her even happier: if her younger sister Serena were along for the ride.
Williams doesn't rule out possibility of return to tennis after wildcard return
Venus Williams comments on possibility of more tennis after her wildcard entry at the DC Open.
Venus Williams, at 45, returns to competitive tennis at this week’s DC Open
The passion for tennis never went away entirely for Venus Williams, who turned 45 on June 17. Despite time away from the sport, she has yet to officially retire. Williams’ return to tennis got a significant push when she attended Wimbledon for a day.
Venus Williams gives retirement update ahead of tennis return aged 45
Venus Williams has opened up on speculation she may be retiring from tennis as the 45-year-old gears up for her return. The former world No1 has not played a match since the 2024 Miami Open, but has chosen to take a wildcard place at this week’s Citi Open in Washington.
Venus Williams searching for belief ahead of tennis return
Venus Williams wants to regain belief as she returns from a 16-month hiatus from Tennis at The Washington Open
Venus Williams returns to tennis after 16-month hiatus
Venus Williams is making her return to tennis this week as the seven-time Grand Slam champ accepted a wild-card invitation to play singles in the 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open.
Venus Williams wishes sister Serena would come out of retirement to join her in competition
As Venus Williams prepares to make her tennis comeback at the DC Open after more than a year away from the sport, she has unsurprisingly fielded questions from reporters on a video her sister, Serena,
Frances Tiafoe, face of the DC Open, embraces homecoming: ‘I love this area’
Tennis star Frances Tiafoe, who grew up in Hyattsville and trained in College Park, is embracing being the face of the DC ...
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28 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend
Kids World. Take the kiddos to Franklin Park for a weekend of hands-on activities, installations, and games. Kids and teens can participate in art projects like face painting, caricature, and ...
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"I love Ben Shelton" - Frances Tiafoe giddy with excitement as American duo set out to take Citi DC Open 2025 by storm
Frances Tiafoe is looking forward to taking part in men's doubles action alongside compatriot Ben Shelton at the 2025 ...
Armstrong Williams: A thrilling start to the DC Open | STAFF COMMENTARY
It was a thrilling summer Sunday evening at Ned’s Club situated in President’s Park across from the White House and the Department of the Treasury, as the 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open kicked off this ...
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Frances Tiafoe lights up DC Open with superstar homecoming
Tiafoe has traditionally used the DC Open as a launch pad the last three summers, channeling the American crowd’s enthusiasm for his particular brand of showmanship into two US Open semifinals and a ...
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Injury woes and shocking exits: Top stars missing from Mubadala Citi DC Open
The Mubadala Citi DC Open is set to begin on Monday. This year's competition will be without some big-name players who have ...
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Mubadala Citi DC Open 2025: Where to Watch, Live Streaming, Broadcast Details, and Schedule
It’s time for the North American hard-court swing. The grass-court season has ended after Wimbledon, which saw Iga Swiatek ...
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Venus Williams: “Love keeps me grounded” ahead of Citi Open comeback
“This time I had been hitting the ball,” said Williams, who last took the court for an official match at the 2024 Miami Open. “And of course I love the game, and the hard courts, it's my favorite ...