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Despite winning 23 grand slam titles between her singles and doubles career, Venus Williams revealed she still gets nervous before a big match.
"Yeah, everyone gets those things," she said. "It's a part of being human and that's what makes sports so exciting, being able to conquer your own humanity, to get to the next level. That's why we all watch sports and that's why we sometimes win or lose."
Her comments come just a few days before she takes to the courts of Wimbledon for a doubles match with her younger sister, Serena, who is making a comeback from retirement.
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Williams, who won five Wimbledon singles titles between 2000 and 2008, said "it's very special" to be able to partner with her younger sister once again.
"We have had quite a history here and it's nice to be back in 2026, so ready to go," she said. "I'm excited we're playing together and I can't wait until we hit the courts. As soon as she wanted to play doubles and we were playing doubles, that's how it works."
The pair will take on fellow unseeded duo Camila Osorio and Solana Sierra in round one with their match slated for July 2 with a time to be determined.
Serena Williams, meanwhile, will face Maya Joint in singles competition on June 30.
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