Venus Williams accepts Indian Wells wild card

Tommy Haas, director of the combined ATP and WTA event, called it an "honor" to offer the first wild card invitation of 2026 to the US tennis icon, who received entry to both singles and doubles and is scheduled to appear in the California desert for the first time since 2024. “I’m so excited to be heading back to Indian Wells and can’t wait to return home to play in California," Williams said in a statement. "I’m grateful to the tournament for having me back and giving me the opportunity to compete in both singles and doubles." In January...