Venus and Serena Williams Announce Positive News Following Italian Open 2021 Disappointment
Follow Us
There is some really positive news coming for tennis fans. Both Venus and Serena Williams will be playing at the WTA 250 Emilia-Romagna Open 2021 that will take place in Parma, Italy next week. The two sisters haven’t had a great clay-court season so far and thus, will look to improve their gameplay in Parma ahead of the French Open 2021.
Serena Williams began her clay-court campaign at the Italian Open 2021. Surprisingly, she lost to Nadia Podoroska in the first round of the Masters 1000 tournament. It was her 1000th career game and unfortunately, Williams suffered a humiliating defeat in that match.
On the other hand, Venus Williams’ name was there in the main draw of the Italian Open 2021. She had to face World No. 9 Karolina Pliskova in the first round of the tournament, but she withdrew at the last moment. As a result, a lucky loser got the chance to compete against Pliskova.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Change of plans: Serena hasn't been competing for a while, and we want to get as many matches under our belt as possible before Roland-Garros – so we're adding the Emilia-Romagna Open to our schedule.
We’ll be back in action next week 🇮🇹
𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂 𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒕. pic.twitter.com/RlsWxvrxBx
— Patrick Mouratoglou (@pmouratoglou) May 13, 2021
So far, Venus has played only one clay-court tournament at the Mutua Madrid Open 2021 where her fellow counterpart Jennifer Brady thrashed her in straight sets in the first round itself.
Serena and Venus Williams with wildcards into next week’s WTA250 in Parma. https://t.co/TfozB17FdW
— Michal Samulski (@MichalSamulski) May 12, 2021
Both sisters will look forward to gaining some momentum on clay ahead of the French Open 2021. The Emilia-Romagna Open 2021 can prove to be a golden opportunity for them to regain their form.
Who are the other WTA players playing at the Emilia-Romagna Open 2021 other than Venus and Serena Williams?
Other than Venus and Serena Williams, there are a number of WTA tennis stars who will also be playing at the Emilia-Romagna Open 2021. The list includes the likes of Sloane Stephens, Amanda Anisimova, Madison Keys, Camila Giorgi, and the rising star Coco Gauff.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The tournament will be a clay-court event that will begin on May 15, 2021, and will extend till May 22, 2021. It’ll be the first edition of the tournament and thus, fans are quite excited about it.
Trending
Coco Gauff Drops Adorable Wish to Celebrate Boyfriend’s Birthday Amid Hectic Madrid Open Stint
April 27, 2024 03:00 PM EDT
‘RIP’ – Heartbroken Brother of John McEnroe Mourns ESPN Legend’s Tragic Death Who Last Tweeted About Coco Gauff
April 21, 2024 02:43 PM EDT
Physically Absent at Madrid, Rafael Nadal’s Biggest Fan Ben Stiller Drops 1-Word Stirring Message as the Spaniard Rolls Back the Years
April 27, 2024 06:02 PM EDT
Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Girlfriend Paula Badosa Unveils Only Wish From Beau as She Debuts Virtual Avatar in Topspin 2k25
April 26, 2024 01:41 PM EDT
Madrid Open 2024: Tommy Paul vs Francisco Cerundolo; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
April 28, 2024 08:01 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
The tournament can prove to be a big bonus for the players ahead of the French Open 2021. Who will emerge as the winner of the tournament?
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Venus Williams Announces Debut at Special Event as Preparation for the Wimbledon Championships 2021