Venus Williams to headline 2026 ASB Classic in Auckland

Wednesday 10 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 10 Dec 2025, 1:46pm

In this story NZME, Lulu Sun, Venus Williams, Elina Svitolina

Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams will compete in the 2026 ASB Classic at Auckland's Manuka Doctor Arena. The tournament is scheduled to take place from 5 to 11 January, featuring a diverse women's field including players ranked between world No 14 and No 92.

How they headlined it

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1. NZ HeraldWed 10 Dec 2025, 12:41pm

   Venus Williams headlines star-studded 2026 ASB Classic field in Auckland (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 10 Dec 2025, 1:46pm

   Seven-time Grand Slam champion and former world No 1 headline ASB Classic field (opens in new tab)