Venus Williams continues her singles losing streak, reaching 13 matches after a 6-2, 6-2 defeat by Emiliana Arango in the Cincinnati Open’s first round. The seven-time major champion, aged 46, entered the WTA 1000 event as a wild-card but hasn’t secured a singles victory since July 2025. Arango, a 25-year-old Colombian qualifier ranked 95th, took one hour five minutes to overcome Williams at Lindner Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio. Williams struggled after losing her serve early in the match, while Arango capitalized on break points and first-serve success. Arango will now face defending champion Iga Swiatek in the second round.

Venus’ most recent singles win was in Washington last year against Peyton Stearns. Reflecting on her performance, Williams emphasized the need for more consistency in finishing points despite controlling the game. Following her singles exit, Venus will partner with Serena in the doubles event after receiving a wild-card entry. The Williams sisters, set to face Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns, had missed out on playing together at Wimbledon due to Serena’s injury. Venus expressed excitement for the upcoming doubles competition and her mixed doubles participation with Alexander Bublik at the U.S. Open.