Carlos Alcaraz Defends Venus Williams as American Faces Brutal Wildcard Criticism After Miami Open Failure

Carlos Alcaraz defends Venus Williams as American faces brutal wildcard criticism after Miami Open failure

Carlos Alcaraz has come out in support of Venus Williams following her disappointing exit from the 2026 Miami Open. He sent a strong message amid criticism surrounding her participation.

For Francesca Jones, playing Venus Williams at the Miami Open was surreal

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Venus Williams watched the forehand sail into the net, the final shot of her loss to Francesca Jones of Britain at the Miami Open on Thursday afternoon.

Miami Open: Fran Jones Beats Venus Williams And Moise Kouame Breaks Tournament Record At 17 Years Old

Jones won in straight sets against Williams, 7-5 7-5, bowing to the 45-year-old great once her victory was confirmed. Neither player was able to hold serve during the opening four games before Jones forced another decisive break to move 6-5 ahead in closing out the first set. Williams, who had been handed a wild card for her 23rd appearance in Miami, regrouped to move 2-0 ahead at thestart of the second set, but the British No 4 battled back, br…