Serena Williams returns to singles tennis at Wimbledon after long absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:24 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Serena Williams, 44, is set to make her singles return at Wimbledon after a four-year hiatus from the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam champion received a wildcard for the tournament, having last competed in singles at the 2022 US Open. Williams has played two doubles matches recently and is optimistic about her ability to make an impact, despite facing younger opponents and the challenges of age on the grass surface. She will also team up with her sister Venus in the women's doubles event, where they have a storied history of success.
- •Williams last played a competitive singles match in September 2022.
- •She has received a wildcard entry for Wimbledon.
- •Williams' mindset suggests she aims to compete effectively despite her absence.
- •The singles event features younger players, including top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka.
- •She will also participate in the women's doubles with sister Venus.
- 11:24 AMYahoo Sports — Williams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
- 11:17 AMBBC Sport — Williams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
"Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
"Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 11:24 AMWilliams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
- BBC SportJun 22, 2026, 11:17 AMWilliams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
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