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‘She's a legend': Venus Williams' husband reveals how marriage reshaped her life and tennis

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Venus Williams is embarking on a new chapter as a married woman competing on the biggest tennis stages. While the seven‑time Grand Slam singles champion is on the road often, she is based in Florida with her husband, Andrea Preti. He says the work she puts into her game each day is staggering and continues to inspire him. When asked what his favorite thing is to see from her on the court, Preti didn’t hesitate. “When she smiles, it’s the best thing,” he told NBC at a pre-U.S. Open event at the Langham Hotel, New York. “There’s so much work behind that smile, you can’t imagine. She’s still out there grinding every morning at 6:30 in Florida, three hours on the court, two hours in the gym. I’m calling her, ‘Babe, stop, let’s go in,’ and she just keeps pushing. She’s a legend.” Williams says marriage has reshaped their daily routine, especially the mornings, when most of her training is accomplished. “He’s fighting hard every step of the way. In the morning, we live in Florida; it’s hot a

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