Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles due to knee injury
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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Serena Williams has withdrawn from doubles at Wimbledon after failing to recover from a knee injury sustained during her singles match. The 44-year-old lost to Maya Joint in her singles comeback and was set to partner her sister Venus, 46, in the first round. Serena expressed disappointment on Instagram, stating she did everything possible to be ready but her knee did not allow her to compete. The sisters were set to face Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio. Despite this setback, Serena indicated she has no plans to retire and might return ahead of the US Open in late August.
- •Serena Williams sustained a knee injury during singles match against Maya Joint.
- •She and Venus Williams were scheduled to face Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio.
- •Serena expressed deep disappointment over her withdrawal on Instagram.
- •She mentioned plans to potentially play ahead of the US Open starting August 30.
"Serena Williams has failed to recover from a knee issue in time to play doubles at Wimbledon.
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