Venus Williams Set for U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Comeback

Venus Williams is set to make her mark at next month's U.S. Open by entering the mixed doubles tournament, partnering with Reilly Opelka. The pair received a wild-card entry in the revamped event, promising an exciting return for Williams after more than a year's absence from competitive tennis.

Among the 14 teams announced by the U.S. Tennis Association, eight received direct entry based on high combined singles rankings, while six, including Williams and Opelka, were granted wild cards. The mixed doubles will feature notable names such as Emma Navarro, Jannik Sinner, and last year's champions, Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori.

A total of 16 duos will compete for a $1 million top prize. Williams, a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion and a legend in the sport, recently proved her mettle by winning matches in both singles and doubles at the D.C. Open. Speculation remains over her potential singles wild-card entry, expected to be announced soon by the USTA.

(With inputs from agencies.)