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Charlotte Invitational

Charlotte Invitational Highlights: Venus Williams brings flashy footwork, Andy Dalton schools Taylor Fritz

Don't miss: Madison Keys' shot called in and out—and Frances Tiafoe's exchange with 'Young Sparky.'

ByTENNIS.com

Published Dec 05, 2025

Venus Fritz Charlotte Exo

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For the second consecutive year, the Spectrum Center brought the Charlotte Invitational to life.

Venus Williams and Taylor Fritz joined first-year participants Madison Keys and Frances Tiafoe at the home of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets for the one-night event overseen by the Charlotte Sports Foundation. Keys and Tiafoe went on to seal their respective friendly contests on a fun-filled Thursday.

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A look at some of the moments that caught our attention:

That Queen V footwork

What followed was a sensational get by the legend.

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Grandma Needs A Selfie

Props to this sign.

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It’s Out But In But Out!

Madi had the support of her opponent on this electronic-line-call oddity. Jelena Ostapenko may be onto something...

@tennischannel

Well, this is a first 😂🤔 #tennis #madisonkeys #venuswilliams #funny #fail

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‘Young Sparky’ wows the crowd

Isaac, sporting one awesome mohawk cut, brought the swagger after being invited by Big Foe to take the court when they crossed paths during a morning clinic.

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Gordon Hayward hits a mean forehand

The former 14-year NBA star, who suited up for the Hornets from 2020-24, found out like Isaac before him that Tiafoe doesn't go easy for too long.

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Fritz showed up by Andy Dalton

The Carolina Panthers quarterback let his one-handed backhand fly before the ATP's top-ranked American was unable to make his single-hander.