How to watch Venus Williams in the US Open Mixed Doubles tournament: Time, streaming
The new-look US Open Mixed Doubles tournament gets started today and one major tennis star is continuing her comeback.
Venus Williams received a wildcard entry into the tournament alongside partner Reilly Opelka. Williams, 47, and Opelka, 27, became friends partly due to their South Florida roots.
Opelka told the Tennis Channel, 'We have a lot in common. We both love tennis, both love art, we both live in South Florida. We practiced together in West Palm Beach a few times. Traveling and playing a lot of the same tournaments, we went to museums and art galleries. We're both foodies. A great friendship.'
Williams returned to tennis after over a year hiatus in the July 2025 DC Open. There, the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion became the second oldest player to win a WTA tour singles match. Williams and Opelka are making their Grand Slam debut as a pairing, but Williams is no stranger to doubles tennis with 16 Grand Slam doubles titles.
us open mixed doubles: what to know Who: Venus Williams and Reilly Opelka vs. Karolina Muchova and Andrey Rublev
Venus Williams and Reilly Opelka vs. Karolina Muchova and Andrey Rublev When: Aug. 19, 12:30 p.m. ET
Aug. 19, Where: Louis Armstrong Stadium (Queens, N.Y.)
Louis Armstrong Stadium (Queens, N.Y.) Streaming: ESPN+
Here's how to tune in to Venus Williams' return to the US Open.
US Open Mixed Doubles: What time does Venus Williams play?
Venus Williams and Reilly Opelka take on Karolina Muchova and Andrey Rublev at 12:30 p.m. ET today, Aug. 19.
How to watch Venus Williams in US Open Mixed Doubles:
The first day of the US Open Mixed Doubles tournament is airing on the ESPN+ streaming service.
Right now, ESPN+ costs $11.99/month for new subscribers.
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