Tennis icon Venus Williams is officially making her comeback to Grand Slam action as she confirms her participation in the US Open 2025 mixed doubles event. The 45-year-old legend will pair with fellow American and towering tennis star Reilly Opelka in what promises to be one of the most talked-about partnerships of the tournament. Scheduled to take place between August 24 and September 7, this year’s US Open mixed doubles draw is shaping up to be the most star-studded in recent memory.
Venus Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion and two-time US Open singles winner, has made headlines by accepting a wildcard entry for the event. After a 16-month hiatus from competitive tennis, she recently returned to the tour and is also set to appear in both singles and doubles at the Washington Open this week.
Speaking about her decision to re-enter Grand Slam tennis, Venus shared, “Usually, I don’t take wildcard offers. But I’ve been training, hitting the ball well, and I absolutely love hard courts — they’re my favorite surface. I’m still the same aggressive player. My goal now is to hit big and stay consistent by keeping the ball in play.”
The mixed doubles field for US Open 2025 is already brimming with elite names. Fans are particularly excited to watch Emma Raducanu team up with Carlos Alcaraz, and Emma Navarro play alongside Jannik Sinner. Adding to the excitement, British player Katie Boulter will partner with her fiancé, world number 13 Alex de Minaur. The couple, initially not granted entry, has now received a spot and will debut as a team in New York.
Other confirmed star-studded pairings include Naomi Osaka with Nick Kyrgios, Iga Świątek alongside Casper Ruud, Madison Keys partnering with Frances Tiafoe, Aryna Sabalenka paired with Grigor Dimitrov, and Elena Rybakina teaming up with Taylor Fritz. Rising sensation Mirra Andreeva will join forces with Daniil Medvedev, while top American contenders Jessica Pegula and Tommy Paul round out a powerful national duo. Crowd favorites Taylor Townsend and Ben Shelton are also expected to attract massive home support.
With the mixed doubles prize pool increased to £750,000 after recent reforms, the 2025 US Open promises to be one of the most exciting in recent history. Venus Williams’ return not only brings nostalgia but also an electrifying new chapter in her legendary career.