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Williams sisters granted US Open doubles wildcard
Venus and Serena Williams are set to compete in women's doubles at the 2026 US Open after receiving a wildcard.
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- Why it matters
- The wildcard allows the Williams sisters to enter a Grand Slam tournament without earning their seeding through qualifying rounds, giving them direct access to compete together at a major event.
- Most affected
- Venus and Serena Williams — Can compete in 2026 US Open doubles without going through qualifying.
- Likely next
- Whether the Williams sisters actually compete at the 2026 US Open and how far they advance in the tournament.
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