“I would say, ‘I’m undateable!” Sounds like a blunt statement? Well, this is how Venus Williams saved herself from countless queries about her current relationship status. Although she has clearly mentioned that there’s no one in her love life right now, the paparazzi’s updates narrate a completely different story. But is she actually going out with someone? Here’s a deep dive into the alleged relationship of the tennis legend and the renowned face from Denmark.

Venus Williams might be in a new relationship according to the latest updates. Photos of the tennis legend and Italian actor Andrea Preti holding hands recently gathered the attention of fans on social media and sparked rumors of a budding romance. The pair looked cozy as they walked together on the streets of New York, drawing a lot of attention from the media and fans.

Andrea Preti was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was later raised in Italy. He studied acting at the Susan Batson Academy in New York and has had a widely diverse career. Having acted in movies like “One More Day” and “Temptation,” Preti has also appeared in TV shows and commercials. However, beyond acting, he also has other talents that allow him to play different gigs in writing and direction, making him a multi-talented artist. Preti often shares glimpses of his work and travels but generally tends to keep his personal life private.

Looking back to his love life, Preti has reportedly dated former Italian tennis player Flavia Pennetta and Italian actress Claudia Gerini. He was also seen sharing a kiss with tennis player Susanna Giovanardi in April but hasn’t confirmed any relationship since then, ignoring the rumors that were once on a surge.

Venus, on the other hand, seems to be enjoying her life. She had dated Nicholas Hammond in 2017 and was seen with him at several events, including her sister Serena’s wedding with Alexis Ohanian. However, their relationship went through a fair share of ups and downs and therefore they decided to part ways in 2019.

Venus Williams was also rumored to be in a relationship with ATP star Reilly Opelka. Although they never confirmed their relationship, Venus once admitted that she asked Opelka out, but said, “No, @ReillyOpelka shot me down.” When asked about her favorite dinner companion, Venus replied, “Opelka is my favorite dinner date after Serena.”

During an Instagram Live session in 2021, Venus clearly stated that she isn’t looking to be involved with someone. “Lots of people asking me to go on a date. I’m just not. I would say, ‘I’m undateable.’ That’s OK, I’m happy,” she said.

Venus’s fans are now curious to see if she and Preti will confirm their relationship. For now, the WTA legend is completely focused on gearing up to be the host at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony. But a romantic partner or not, she still had someone to be by her side all the time.

When Serena revealed how she backed Venus Williams like a “husband”

During the 2012 Miami Open, both Serena and Venus Williams had notable performances. While Serena was the 10th seed, Venus walked in because of a wildcard entry. Both sisters made it to the quarterfinals but Serena was taken down by Caroline Wozniacki and Venus by Agnieszka Radwanska, who eventually won the tournament.

In a press conference after defeating Zhang Shuai in the second round, Serena talked about her relationship with Venus. She humorously compared their close bond to that of a married couple. “Yeah, we probably should have ‑‑ probably should have moved out a long—honestly, it’s ridiculous now. Like we have kind of held each other back now. Hey, we’re in for the long run. That’s like my husband,” Serena said.

Serena also shared how they are very close and always laugh together. “No, yeah, we talk about a lot of things. We’re always laughing together. You know, I tell her everything, so it’s fun. You know, she’s really fun. Obviously she’s really fun.” Serena’s comments showed their strong sisterly bond has been more than just an ordinary relationship but a consistent backing for each other. As Serena continues to lead her life with a happy family, it still remains to be seen if Venus will decide to start one.