Venus Williams Announces Engagement to Andrea Preti Following Singles Victory After 16-Month Break

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During a post-match interview after securing a victory over Peyton Stearns at the Citi Open on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Washington, Venus Williams expressed her thoughts. (Photo by Nick Wass/AP)

WASHINGTON – Venus Williams’ winning return to the professional tennis tour also came with a surprise announcement: She is engaged.

After making history as the second-oldest female to win a tour-level singles match, Williams extended her gratitude to her fiancé, Andrea Preti, who was cheering her on from the stands at the DC Open. Preti is a model and actor with Danish and Italian roots, as noted on IMDB.

The 45-year-old Williams hadn’t played in a tournament in 16 months until entering the event in Washington. She won a doubles match on Monday and a singles match on Tuesday, before losing in doubles on Wednesday.

Williams, who has won seven Grand Slam singles titles, is scheduled to face Magdalena Frech in the second round on Thursday night.

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