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Venus Williams' losing streak reaches 12 matches at Citi DC Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:18 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Venus Williams' losing streak reaches 12 matches at Citi DC Open

Summary

Venus Williams lost to Anastasia Potapova 6-3, 6-3 in the first round of the Mubadala Citi DC Open on July 28, extending her losing streak to 12 matches. With upcoming wildcard appearances under scrutiny, discussions surround if such invitations should reflect past achievements or provide opportunities for rising competitors. Critics argue that repeated wildcards should prioritize emerging players rather than rewarding veterans based solely on their historical contributions to the sport.

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By the Numbers

•Williams' streak includes an 11-match losing streak in singles.
•Her loss to Potapova occurred in Washington, D.C., on July 28.
•Discussion around wildcards is centered on balancing past achievements with future opportunities.
•She is set to receive a wildcard for the upcoming tournament in Toronto.

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10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Venus Williams' Losing Streak Raises Questions About Repeated Wildcards

What they're saying

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The Venus Williams losing streak reached 12 matches after a 6-3, 6-3 first-round loss to Anastasia Potapova at the Mubadala Citi DC Open. Another wildcard appearance in Toronto now shifts attention toward whether those invitations still serve their original purpose. The conversation has grown beyond one defeat and toward what repeated wildcards should represent in […] The post Venus Williams’ Losing Streak Raises Questions About Repeated Wildcards appeared first on Stadium Rant.
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