Venus Williams has confirmed that she is engaged to actor and former model Andrea Preti. The announcement came after her first singles match in over a year on July 22, 2025. During a post-match interview, Williams shared how Preti had been a great source of support throughout her comeback, motivating her to continue playing tennis despite the challenges.

"I’m so happy to be here, and it’s wonderful that my fiancé is here. He really encouraged me to keep playing," Williams said. "There were so many times where I just wanted to coast, but he pushed me to keep going."

The couple had previously been linked in 2024, when they were seen boating together on the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Engagement rumors gained momentum in February 2025 after Williams was spotted wearing a diamond ring during a training session. The rumors intensified when the couple appeared together at Milan Fashion Week later that month, with Williams sporting what seemed to be an engagement ring.

Williams, who has long maintained that she was in no rush to settle down, had previously shared her thoughts on not feeling pressured to marry, noting that she was content with her life as it was. The tennis star had also reflected on her dating experiences in past interviews, emphasizing that she was open to change when the right person came along.

The engagement marks a new chapter for Williams, whose previous relationships were kept relatively private. Fans are now eagerly awaiting more details about the couple's journey together.