Seven-time Grand Slam champion and former world No. 1 Venus Williams has taken an important step away from the tennis court. The 45-year-old American star confirmed that she is engaged to 37-year-old Danish-Italian actor Andrea Preti by posting photos of them together, thus putting an end to long-standing rumors about their relationship. For the player whose name has long been written into the history of world tennis, this is another major milestone – this time in her personal life.
Photo Confirmation: A Caption That Says It All
The spark for the discussion was a series of pictures that Venus shared on social media. In the photos, Williams and Preti are smiling and holding hands, and most importantly, the images were accompanied by a brief but very meaningful caption: Engaged since 31.01.2025. With this line Venus officially confirmed that her relationship with the actor has moved to a new level. For fans and journalists who had spent a long time trying to figure out the status of the couple, this became a definitive answer: it was not just romantic gossip, but a serious decision.
From A Stroll In Italy To A Diamond Ring
The story of this couple first became public at the end of July 2024. At that time, Venus and Andrea were caught on camera while taking a walk in Italy, and it was from those shots that the first guesses about a possible romance began. A few months later, in February 2025, the media’s attention was drawn to a different detail: Williams was spotted with a diamond ring on her ring finger. The piece of jewelry was immediately perceived as a possible engagement ring, but the tennis player then chose not to give any direct comments, leaving fans in a state of anticipation. Only now, with the published caption and joint photos, have all the i's been dotted.
The Fiancé Who Helps Her Keep The Racquet In Her Hand
Venus traditionally says little about her private life, yet even on the tennis court the topic of her fiancé has already surfaced. During the tournament in Washington in the summer of 2025, Williams casually mentioned her fiancé, emphasizing that he inspires her to keep competing at a high level. For an athlete who has spent many years on the WTA Tour and has gone through numerous injuries and breaks, such support is especially important. Venus' words made it clear that there is someone by her side who not only shares personal moments, but also helps her find the motivation to remain competitive in professional sport.
A Love That Completes The Champion's Legacy
Venus Williams' engagement is not just another piece of celebrity news but also a reminder that even sports legends continue to write new chapters of their stories. The seven-time Grand Slam winner has long since proved everything on court, but now fans are closely watching how her life is unfolding beyond the tennis arenas. The story with Andrea Preti, which began with walks in Italy and led to an official engagement, shows that for Venus it is time not only to fight for games and sets, but also to build her future with someone who genuinely supports her.
There may still be matches and new walks onto the court ahead for Venus, but one thing is already clear: in her personal life a fresh, symbolic set has begun – marked not in tournament records, but in the history of her happiness by the date January 31, 2025.
