Venus Williams partners with Diana Shnaider after Eala withdrawal in doubles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
At the 2026 Mubadala DC Open on July 27, Venus Williams' planned doubles partnership with Alexandra Eala did not take place after Eala withdrew shortly before the event. Williams found a new partner in Diana Shnaider, with the duo winning their opening match against Quinn Gleason and Ulrikke Eikeri. Eala cited her inability to fully commit to both singles and doubles as the reason for withdrawing. Andy Roddick supported Eala's decision, emphasizing the importance of being responsible for one's body. Williams is set to begin her singles campaign against Anastasia Potapova on July 28, while Eala will face Zheng Qinwen in her first match of the tournament.
- •Venus Williams and Diana Shnaider won their first match 6-3, 6-4.
- •Alexandra Eala withdrew from the doubles event before the start.
- •Eala emphasized the need for a committed partner for Williams.
- •Williams starts her singles campaign against Anastasia Potapova on July 28.
- •Eala opens her tournament against Zheng Qinwen.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘You Have To Be Responsible to Your Body’ – Roddick Makes Position Clear on Alexandra Eala Abandoning Venus Williams Stint
"Venus Williams’ doubles reunion with Alexandra Eala failed to materialize at the 2026 Mubadala DC Open. The latter pulled out of the category just days before the first match, leaving the American legend searching for a new partner.
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