Serena Williams’ tennis comeback: Wimbledon singles and doubles with Venus to come

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Serena Williams is making a comeback to professional tennis, confirmed to play singles at Wimbledon as a wild card after nearly four years away. She will also partner with her sister Venus Williams in doubles at the tournament.

Editor’s note: This explainer has been updated June 21, 2026, to reflect news of Serena Williams playing singles at Wimbledon as a wild card. Serena Williams, considered by many the greatest women’s tennis player of all time, will return to the singles court at Wimbledon, as a wild card, after almost four years away. Williams, 44, will play her first Grand Slam main draw since the 2022 U.S. Open, the tournament confirmed Sunday June 21. She is also reuniting with her sister Venus for the Wimbled