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Venus Williams faces uncertainty following first-round US Open exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:03 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Venus Williams faces uncertainty following first-round US Open exit

Summary

Venus Williams lost to Sofia Kenin in the first round of the US Open at Flushing Meadows. The match, which finished at 2:01 a.m. following a 12:13 a.m. start, ended 6-2, 7-6(6). This result leaves the 46-year-old with a 0-11 singles record this year and a 15-match losing streak. Despite the early exit, Rennae Stubbs argued on her podcast that the veteran remains worthy of tournament wild cards due to her persistent drawing power with fans. Williams pushed back against retirement questions following the match, stating her focus is currently on recovering for her upcoming doubles event with Serena Williams. The match at Arthur Ashe Stadium maintained significant attendance throughout the late-night hours.

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By the Numbers

•Sofia Kenin defeated Venus Williams in the first round of the US Open.
•The match set a record for the latest start and finish for a first-round US Open event.
•Venus Williams holds a 0-11 singles record for the current year.
•Rennae Stubbs defended the decision to grant wild cards to the 46-year-old player.
•Venus Williams is scheduled to compete in the women’s doubles tournament with Serena Williams.

Latest Updates

10:03 PMYahoo Sports — “Venus Williams Still Deserves to Get a Wild Card” – Serena Williams’ Coach Speaks Up for 46 Y/O After Early US Open Exit

What they're saying

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Serena Williams’ coach, Rennae Stubbs, recently shared her take on whether Venus Williams should continue receiving wild cards after her early exit at the U. S.
— Yahoo Sports

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