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Francesca Jones Upsets Venus Williams at Miami Open

3/20/2026

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Francesca Jones defeated Venus Williams 7-5, 7-5 in the Miami Open first round, her first WTA 1000 win, to set up a match against Jessica Pegula.
She recovered from trailing in both sets.
Jones has a genetic condition affecting her fingers and toes.
Venus Williams's loss adds to her eight-match streak.
The loss raises questions about her future in the sport.

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Story summary

Francesca Jones defeated Venus Williams 7-5, 7-5 in the Miami Open first round, her first WTA 1000 win, to set up a match against Jessica Pegula.
She recovered from trailing in both sets.
Jones has a genetic condition affecting her fingers and toes.
Venus Williams's loss adds to her eight-match streak.
The loss raises questions about her future in the sport.