Few athletes blend sports, business, and fashion quite like Venus Williams. A seven-time Grand Slam champion and a trailblazer in tennis, she has also made waves in the fashion world. Whether on the court or at high-profile events, Williams knows how to make a statement. Her clothing line, Eleven, has allowed her to merge her love for sport and style, proving her influence goes beyond tennis. Even fellow pro Madison Keys once admitted she picked up a racket because she wanted to wear Venus’ iconic 1999 Wimbledon dress. That’s the kind of impact Williams has had! And now, even rumored ex-boyfriend Reilly Opelka is stunned!
At Paris Fashion Week, the 40-year-old tennis player once again turned heads. She attended the Lacoste Fall RTW 2025 show, which was staged at Roland Garros, the same venue where she once battled for a French Open title. Ironically, while Williams shined at Roland Garros in fashion, the French Open remains one of the titles that eluded her. She came close in 2002 but fell short in the final against her sister, Serena Williams. Designer Pelagia Kolotouros unveiled her third collection for Lacoste, paying tribute to the brand’s founder, René Lacoste. The former World number 1 looked dazzling in a knee-length dark dress, complemented by jade and emerald accents in her scarf, handbag, and possibly crocodile-inspired shoes. A long coat tied the look together, proving once again that she’s always winning in style.
The 7-time Grand Slam champion has been a Lacoste ambassador since 2022, making her a perfect fit for the show. She’s been a regular at Lacoste’s campaigns and events. Sitting front row in her striking green ensemble, Williams was joined by Hollywood’s Adrien Brody. The 51-year-old actor recently won his second Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for The Brutalist.
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And her style had not just fans but a certain ATP player swooning as well. American tennis star Reilly Opeka dropped just one word in the comments that summed up her look: “Iconic.”
Venus and Reilly Opelka have often supported each other, whether in person or through social media. Their shared passion for collecting art has also been a common link between them since 2021. That year, there were also rumors that the two might be dating as Williams was spotted in the stands supporting Opelka during his matches. However, Williams quickly put them to rest. During an Instagram Q&A, she shut down speculation by stating, “No @ReillyOpelka shot me down.”
However, the rumor mill kept churning. During an interview with Inside Tennis in 2021, Opelka gushed about the American tennis icon and said,“She’s an absolute bad*ss. I learned more from her than any other active player. She’s brilliant – a fierce competitor. She works extremely differently than anyone else. The great ones think differently.”
While Williams’ fashion statements are always bold, one recent accessory had fans talking for a different reason.
Venus Williams sparks engagement rumours with beau Andrea Preti
In early February, Venus Williams sparked engagement rumors when she was spotted in Rome wearing what appeared to be a square-cut diamond ring. The speculation only grew after she was seen sporting a gold band on her ring finger at Dior’s Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2025 show in Paris. But is it official? Not yet.
The whirlwind romance centers around Italian actor Andrea Preti. The two were first linked after being spotted vacationing on the Amalfi Coast in Nerano, Italy. Then came the hand-in-hand strolls in New York, fueling even more rumors. They’ve been “soft launching” their relationship for months, but things became even more public at Milan Fashion Week. Williams attended the Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2025 show alongside Preti, looking stunning in a pink suit with a low-cut blazer. Preti complemented her in a sharp black suit. A video from WWD on X showed them posing together, his arm wrapped around her waist, even sharing a kiss before striking a pose. Williams has remained silent on the relationship, but maybe actions speak louder than words.
On the court, things have been quieter. Williams is currently ranked 974th in the world and hasn’t played a WTA Tour-level match since March 2024, when she lost in the first round of the Miami Open. There’s no confirmation of a comeback just yet, leaving fans to wonder about her next move. Whether it’s in tennis, business, or fashion, Williams knows how to make an impact. Will she return to the court, or is she ready for a new chapter?
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