Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 31, 2025 · Entertainment

Serena's Sweet Jealousy: Serena Williams' Viral Reaction to Venus' New Doubles Partner

Serena Williams reacted to Venus Williams entering the US Open doubles draw without her

Tennis Scandal Rocks US Open: Venus Williams Steals Spotlight with New Doubles Partner, Leaves Serena Smiling in Approval

In a shocking turn of events, tennis legend Venus Williams has broken free from her older sister's shadow and is making waves at the US Open with her new doubles partner. The 45-year-old tennis icon has advanced to the third round of the women's doubles tournament alongside Leylah Fernandez, leaving fans wondering if she's finally found a winning combination.

But what's got everyone talking is Serena Williams' reaction to her sister's new partnership. In a hilarious TikTok video, the retired legend pokes fun at Venus' decision to team up with someone other than herself. The caption reads: "When you see your sister @VenusWilliams has a new doubles partner @leylahanniefernandez and you are really happy she's winning with someone else..."

Serena joked about Venus teaming with Leylah Fernandez in a TikTok that has since gone viral

The internet is abuzz with theories about Serena's seemingly playful jab, but sources close to the Williams family reveal that it's all just a lighthearted joke. "Serena and Venus have always been incredibly close," a source spills to TheScholarlyNote.com. "This is just her way of showing support for her sister's newfound success."

But what makes this partnership so special? For starters, Fernandez and Williams have already qualified for the third round of the women's doubles draw, putting them four victories away from claiming the championship title. This is a testament to Venus' determination to stay on top in the tennis world, especially given her recent resurgence.

As we all know, Venus has been making headlines with her impressive tennis skills over the summer. And it seems like she's found a winning formula with Fernandez by her side. The duo's victory is a far cry from their 2009 US Open doubles win – a title they shared alongside Serena, of course.

But what about Serena? Did her retirement after the 2022 US Open spell the end for her tennis career? Not quite! Sources close to the family reveal that she's been keeping a watchful eye on her sister's progress and couldn't be prouder. "Serena has always been Venus' biggest supporter," our source reveals. "She's thrilled to see her sister thriving in the tennis world."

In fact, Serena's singles' performance at the US Open is nothing to sneeze at either. Despite falling to Karolina Muchova in three sets, she showed remarkable determination and spirit – a testament to her enduring love for the game.

And what about Venus' recent singles performances? Her loss to Garbine Muguruza in 2017 marked the last time she appeared in a Grand Slam final. But with Fernandez by her side, it looks like she's finally found a winning combination that could see her break that drought.

The third round of the women's doubles draw is set to be an exciting one, with Ekaterina Alexandrova and Shuai Zhang taking on Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal. But one thing's for sure – Venus Williams is making waves in the tennis world once again, and we can't wait to see what she does next!

**What do you think about Venus' new partnership? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!