'She's just so good': Venus Williams returns to DC Open and hints at Serena Williams tennis comeback
After a long absence from the court,
Venus Williams
is back, and fans have a lot of questions. Venus Williams, age 45, will make her return on the recent entry list of the DC Open in Washington D.C., which would be her first tournament since March 2024.
But there is something more palpable behind her return. During a press event in Washington, she dropped a touching hint that she wants her sister, Serena Williams, to join her. That simple wish has sparked excitement and hope among tennis lovers everywhere.
What Venus Williams admits about missing Serena Williams on court
Before her July 20, 2025 DC Open match in Washington, DC, Venus Williams spoke to reporters. She said clearly,
'We always did everything together, so of course I miss her.'
The seven-time Grand Slam champion accepted a wild‑card entry for the hard‑court tournament, marking her first competition since the Miami Open in March 2024.
Venus Williams also joked that if Serena Williams decided to return,
'I'm sure she'll let y'all know.'
She remembered practicing with Serena Williams recently and praised her sister's natural talent.
'She can take six months off and she clocks it clean. You can't teach that kind of talent. She's just so good,'
Venus Williams said.
Two sisters are well-known for their joint success, with 14 Grand Slam doubles titles won together. Serena Williams (currently 43 years old) last played professionally at the 2022 US Open (which was never meant to be her last) and has since focused on doing business, parenting a toddler, and welcoming a second daughter to their family in August 2023. Recently, Serena Williams shared a video training on court, fueling speculation she might be ready to play again.
How Venus Williams made her comeback at Washington Open and hopes for more
Venus Williams has re-entered pro tennis at the DC Open from July 21 -27 in DC. She hadn't played since March 2024 and had last recorded a victory in August 2023. She informed that the main element in the comeback is
"enjoyment, more than getting trophies."
In the first round against American Peyton Stearns, Venus Williams talked about her enjoyment playing on hard courts and appreciated support from DC fans.
She had fibroid surgery in July 2024 and after some time off to recuperate, but still felt confident with her assertive style. While she didn't indicate any plans beyond this week, she was giving a hint:
'Maybe there's more.'
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FAQs
Will Serena Williams join Venus at DC Open?
Venus hopes so, but Serena has made no announcement yet.
When did Venus last play a professional match?
She last played at the Miami Open in March 2024.
Where and when is Venus competing now?
Venus is playing at the 2025 DC Open in Washington, DC, from July 21–27.
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