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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 26, 2026Miami-Dade County

Serena and Venus Williams receive wild card to play doubles at US Open

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Serena and Venus Williams will compete in the women's doubles tournament at the US Open after receiving a wild card entry. The sisters, who have won the event twice previously, are scheduled to begin play on September 3.

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Why It Matters

The participation of the Williams sisters in the US Open doubles event marks a return to the tournament for the pair, who have collectively won 14 doubles titles.

Key Facts

  • Serena and Venus Williams received a wild card to play doubles at the US Open.
  • The first round of the women's doubles tournament begins September 3.
  • The sisters previously won the US Open doubles title in 1999 and 2009.
  • The pair has won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles together.
  • The sisters won Olympic gold medals in doubles in 2000, 2008, and 2012.
  • Serena Williams is 44 years old; Venus Williams is 46 years old.
  • Serena Williams opted not to compete in the singles event at this year's US Open.
  • The sisters have a 27-7 record in their nine US Open appearances.
  • Serena Williams played mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz on Tuesday.

Who's Mentioned

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