Serena Williams confirmed on June 1 that she will return to professional tennis after nearly four years away. The 23-time Grand Slam champion received a wildcard for the doubles draw at the Queen’s Club Championships alongside Victoria Mboko.
Williams made the announcement through a social media video and statement. She described the grass-court event as the perfect place to begin her comeback, citing her strong history on the surface that includes seven Wimbledon titles and an Olympic gold medal in 2012.