Williams Sisters Secure US Open Doubles Wild Card

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Williams Sisters Secure US Open Doubles Wild Card

12 sourcesUpdated Aug 26, 2026

The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus, have been awarded a wild card to compete in the US Open doubles, reuniting for the tournament. They have previously won the US Open doubles titles in 1999 and 2009 and have played nine times together in this event, most recently in 2022. Serena has returned to competitive tennis this year and teamed with Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open mixed doubles, reaching the quarterfinals, while Venus and Serena also played at the Cincinnati Open. The sisters’ Cincinnati showing and ongoing fan-vavorite status add momentum to their doubles reunion as they prepare for Flushing Meadows. Their exact first-round draw will be revealed on September 1, with organizers signaling continued anticipation for their return. This wild-card pairing highlights the enduring appeal and legacy of the Williams doubles partnership on the sport’s biggest stage.

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