Serena Williams announces return to tennis at 44 years old

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Serena Williams announces return to tennis at 44 years old
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Serena Williams will return to professional tennis next week in London at the age of 44, marking her comeback after a period of retirement. Williams is part of a notable group of female athletes who returned to the sport after stepping away, including Kim Clijsters, Martina Hingis, Justine Henin, Caroline Wozniacki, and Jennifer Capriati. Williams's history of 23 Grand Slam singles titles adds to the anticipation surrounding her return. The news follows several successful rebounds from other players in women's tennis who have navigated retirement and comebacks with varying degrees of success.

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  • Serena Williams set to return to tennis next week in London.
  • She is 44 years old and a 23-time Grand Slam champion.
  • Other notable comebacks include Kim Clijsters and Caroline Wozniacki.
  • Williams's return comes after a period away from the sport.
  • Her impact on women's tennis has been significant throughout her career.
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Serena Williams is set to return to tennis at the age of 44

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