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Reilly Opelka's Wildcard Entry Sparks Doubts for US Open

8/1/2025

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Reilly Opelka, known for his past jabs at doubles tennis, has been granted a wildcard to team up with the legendary Venus Williams in the 2025 US Open mixed doubles. This surprising choice has sparked outrage among fans on social media, who are questioning the inclusion of a player who has openly criticized the format. The revamped competition is set to take place on August 19-20, 2025.

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Reilly Opelka, known for his past jabs at doubles tennis, has been granted a wildcard to team up with the legendary Venus Williams in the 2025 US Open mixed doubles. This surprising choice has sparked outrage among fans on social media, who are questioning the inclusion of a player who has openly criticized the format. The revamped competition is set to take place on August 19-20, 2025.