SportsLine tennis expert Blake Von Hagen reveals his 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open picks for Thursday's women's second-round match between Magdalena Frech and Venus Williams

If you’re heading to the Mubadala Citi Open--a few details to keep in mind before you head to Rock Creek Park Tennis Center.

Venus Williams made a triumphant return to professional tennis at the Mubadala Citi DC Open! Tournament Director Daniel Vallverdu demonstrated proper racket grips and said young players should focus on building a love for the game!

Mubadala Citi DC Open Tournament Director Daniel Vallverdu showed FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez the proper way to grip a tennis racket.

The Mubadala Citi DC Open, held through July 27 in D.C., features top players like Venus Williams and spotlights top name local players.

Naomi Osaka recently heaped praise on the Williams sisters. The Japanese star hailed Venus Williams for her return to tennis at the ongoing Mubadala Citi DC Open while sharing that she was hopeful that Serena Williams would soon follow suit.

SportsLine tennis expert Blake Von Hagen reveals his 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open picks for Tuesday's women's first-round match between Peyton Stearns and Venus Williams

The Mubadala Citi DC Open, held through July 27 in D.C., features top players like Venus Williams and spotlights top name local players.

Cameron Norrie of Great Britain charged back for a 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 upset of Italian No. 2 seed Lorenzo Musetti in the Round of 32 of the Mubadala Citi D.C. Open on Tuesday in Washington.