Serena Williams plans future singles return after U.S. Open appearance

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Serena Williams plans future singles return after U.S. Open appearance
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Serena Williams confirmed plans to compete in singles tennis again following her participation at this year's U.S. Open. The 44-year-old athlete, who previously played singles at Wimbledon this summer, missed this year's U.S. Open singles draw due to an injury sustained during the tournament in London. While currently appearing in doubles competition with her sister Venus Williams, she indicated that she intends to continue playing to demonstrate that athletes can compete at any age. Williams recently exited the U.S. Open mixed doubles draw after a loss to Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli alongside partner Carlos Alcaraz. She remains scheduled to appear in the women's doubles bracket at the ongoing tournament. The tennis veteran noted that her approach to training and match participation has evolved to accommodate her family life.

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  • Serena Williams intends to play singles tennis again in the future.
  • A Wimbledon injury prevented her from competing in singles at the current U.S. Open.
  • She and Carlos Alcaraz were eliminated from the U.S. Open mixed doubles quarterfinals.
  • The Williams sisters received a wild card entry for women's doubles at the tournament.
  • She cites her children as a primary motivation for returning to competitive play.
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  • 12:18 PMYahoo SportsSerena Williams says she'll 'probably' play singles again after US Open return
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The tennis legend opens up about her future on the court and playing at 44.

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