Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Venus Williams' Romantic Voyage: Meet Andrea Preti, Her Italian Fiancé

The 45-year-old star confirmed her engagement to Andrea Preti, 37, during a post-match interview following her first-round victory at the D.C. Open on Tuesday

Venus Williams Shocks Tennis World with Engagement News - Meet Her Fiancé, Andrea Preti!

The tennis world was left reeling on Tuesday when Venus Williams, the 45-year-old tennis superstar, confirmed her engagement to actor-director Andrea Preti during a post-match interview. The surprise announcement capped off an already unforgettable day for the seven-time Grand Slam champion, who made a triumphant return to the tennis court by defeating Peyton Stearns in the first round of the D.C. Open.

But before we dive into the juicy details about Venus's engagement and her new fiancé, let's take a step back and get familiar with Andrea Preti - the man who has captured Venus's heart!

Andrea Preti is a model, actor and director who is native to Denmark, but moved to Italy as a teenager, according to IMDb

Who is Andrea Preti?

Andrea Preti is a multi-talented individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. Born in Denmark but raised in Italy, Preti began his career as an actor, landing roles in TV commercials and movies before shifting his focus to writing and directing. His credits include the 2014 indie film "One More Day" and several Italian productions, including the popular drama "A Professor" and the 2023 series "Temptation".

Preti's big break came when he appeared on the Italian reality version of "The Mole" (La Talpa) in 2023. This stunning newcomer has also been making waves in the modeling world, showcasing his chiseled physique and dashing good looks.

The performer has also appeared in several Italian productions, including the popular drama A Professor and the 2023 series Temptation

When did Venus and Andrea start dating?

Rumors of a romance between Venus and Preti first began circulating last July when the power couple was spotted canoodling on a yacht in Nerano, Italy. The loved-up duo looked every bit the happy couple as they gazed into each other's eyes under the warm Italian sunshine.

Fast-forward to February 2025, and whispers of an engagement began swirling around Venus after she was seen practicing in Italy with a massive ring on her wedding finger. It seemed like only a matter of time before the tennis legend would make it official - and now we know that the moment has finally arrived!

In 2021, during a chat with ESPN¿s Chrissie Evert, Williams joked about her lack of love life, saying, 'I'm very single. Actually, I might be undateable'

Venus's thoughts on marriage and relationships

In a rare glimpse into her personal life, Venus has been candid about her views on marriage and relationships. In 2021, she told Cosmopolitan, "I don't feel the need to get married" and joked about being "undateable". She even poked fun at friends who thought she was missing out on love, saying, "Please, relax. You might feel this way, but I don't."

In another interview with Glamour in 2022, Venus opened up about her struggles with being single, admitting that it can be "easy to get stuck" and harder to move on. She revealed that she's been working on herself, focusing on self-love and growth.

Williams, who was first linked to Preti a year ago, said Preti  encouraged her to keep playing tennis

Conclusion

As the tennis world continues to buzz with excitement over Venus's engagement, we can't help but wonder what the future holds for this power couple. With Preti's creative flair and Venus's athletic prowess, it's clear that their love is a match made in heaven! Stay tuned for more updates on this tantalizing tale of romance and tennis - only on TheScholarlyNote.com!

News the athlete was dating the 37-year-old actor-director made its way into the public eye last July, with snaps of the loved-up couple canoodling on a yacht in Nerano, Italy making the rounds online. Pictured in February 2025

Williams has previously spoke about how she doesn't feel the need to get married or settle down in her future

Williams has remained relatively private about her romantic life. Previously, the tennis champion dated wealthy financier Nicholas Hammond in 2017