Venus Williams to join Andre Agassi in TNT French Open coverage

TNT Sports has announced that Venus Williams will serve in an expanded studio role for its 2026 French Open broadcast alongside Andre Agassi and other tennis figures. The network unveiled its full commentator lineup on May 7 for the tournament, which begins May 18 in Paris. Williams is expected to contribute from the quarterfinal stage onward regardless of her playing status.

TNT Sports executive Craig Barry highlighted the team's depth in a statement. “This talented lineup for Roland Garros will deliver an energetic blend of authenticity, credibility, and personality to every moment of this iconic major,” he said. The network aims to build on its 2025 coverage, which achieved record U.S. viewership numbers.

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Serena Williams announces return to tennis at Queen’s Club

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Serena Williams confirmed on June 1 that she will return to professional tennis after nearly four years away. The 23-time Grand Slam champion received a wildcard for the doubles draw at the Queen’s Club Championships alongside Victoria Mboko.

The BBC has announced a revamped commentary lineup for the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, which begin in 10 days. Three former champions join the broadcast while longtime commentator Andrew Castle steps away after more than two decades.

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Venus Williams is set to compete at Roland Garros for the first time since 2021. The 45-year-old will partner Hailey Baptiste in the doubles draw.

The French Open 2026 main draw started on May 24 and runs until June 7 at Roland Garros. Jannik Sinner enters as the top seed and favorite after Carlos Alcaraz withdrew with a wrist injury.

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Venus Williams will compete at the 2026 Bad Homburg Open after receiving a main draw wildcard. The WTA 500 grass-court tournament in Germany is scheduled for June 20-27.

Coco Gauff has spoken about speculation over a potential doubles pairing with Serena Williams at the Berlin Open. The 22-year-old American expressed enthusiasm for the idea despite teaming up with Jessica Pegula instead.

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Aryna Sabalenka defeated Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 in a French Open fourth-round night session on Court Philippe-Chatrier. The two players used their post-match comments to call for more women's matches in the prime-time slot.

 

 

 

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