Serena Williams faces challenging draw at Wimbledon 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:39 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Serena Williams, now a wildcard entry at the Wimbledon Championships, will play Australian Maya Joint in the first round. Joint, ranked World No. 53, has struggled this season with a 3-14 record. Should she advance, Williams may encounter Filipina Alexandra Eala in the second round, followed potentially by defending champion Iga Swiatek. Williams will also compete in women's doubles alongside her sister Venus; that draw is yet to be announced.
- •Williams accepted a wildcard for Wimbledon 2026.
- •Her first opponent is Maya Joint, World No. 53.
- •Projected second round opponent is Alexandra Eala.
- •She may face Iga Swiatek if she reaches the third round.
- •Williams will also play doubles with sister Venus.
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