"I had to come back for the insurance,"
Venus Williams returned to competitive tennis at the Mubadala Citi DC Open after a year-long hiatus, humorously citing the need for health insurance benefits. Having taken a break from competition, Williams lost access to her regular health insurance through the Women's Tennis Association. Under COBRA, she retains her job-based coverage but must pay the full premium herself. The structure of U.S. health insurance presents challenges for those transitioning in and out of employment, a situation Williams identified with a playful acknowledgment of the struggle many face.
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