Serena Williams prepares for Wimbledon return after four years away
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:31 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Serena Williams returns to Wimbledon on June 30, playing Maya Joint in her first singles match since 2022. The 44-year-old has seen notable life changes during her hiatus, including the birth of her second daughter and co-founding a soccer team. Though she acknowledges the challenges of age and conditioning, Williams expresses excitement about competing again. Her previous success at Wimbledon includes seven singles titles, making her a significant figure at the tournament.
- •Williams last played singles at Wimbledon in 2022.
- •She will face Maya Joint, who is 24 years younger.
- •Williams has won seven Grand Slam titles at Wimbledon.
- •She describes her return as a mix of familiarity and new experiences.
- •The match is part of her broader comeback after a significant break from competitive tennis.
- 6:31 AMYahoo Sports — 'It's nothing new and yet at the same time everything new'
- 6:31 AMBBC Sport — 'It's nothing new and yet at the same time everything new'
"For Serena Williams, everything and nothing has changed on her return to Wimbledon.
"For Serena Williams, everything and nothing has changed on her return to Wimbledon.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 6:31 AM'It's nothing new and yet at the same time everything new'
For Serena Williams, everything and nothing has changed on her return to Wimbledon.
- BBC SportJun 30, 2026, 6:31 AM'It's nothing new and yet at the same time everything new'
For Serena Williams, everything and nothing has changed on her return to Wimbledon.
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