Serena Williams and Victoria Mboko on a grass tennis court at Queen's Club under sunny skies.
Serena Williams and Victoria Mboko on a grass tennis court at Queen's Club under sunny skies.
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Serena Williams announces return to tennis at Queen’s Club

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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.

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Initial reactions on X show excitement from fans and media calling Serena the GOAT and saying it's awesome for tennis, alongside some skepticism about her wildcard taking spots from others.

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Venus Williams, Sloane Stephens, and young stars Moise Kouame and Darwin Blanch celebrate wild card awards for the 2026 Miami Open tennis tournament.
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Wild cards announced for 2026 Miami Open

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Organizers of the 2026 Miami Open have awarded wild cards to several players for the men's and women's singles draws. Notable recipients include seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams and former US Open winner Sloane Stephens on the women's side, alongside rising talents like Moise Kouame and Darwin Blanch for the men. The tournament begins on March 17 in Miami Gardens.

Serena Williams will return to competitive tennis next week after announcing her comeback on Monday. The 44-year-old is scheduled to play doubles at the HSBC Championships, which begin June 8 at the Queen’s Club in London.

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Speculation about a Serena Williams comeback has intensified with reports that the 44-year-old is submitting wildcard requests for the grass court season. The former world number one has re-entered the anti-doping testing pool, a step typically taken by active professionals.

Latvia's Anastasija Sevastova, a former world No. 11 and 2018 US Open semifinalist, has announced her retirement from professional tennis at age 36. The veteran player shared the news on social media after a career marked by comebacks, major upsets, and four WTA titles. Sevastova reflected on a 'rollercoaster ride' filled with gratitude for her achievements and relationships.

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Jessica Pegula won her second straight Credit One Charleston Open title, defeating Yuliia Starodubtseva 6-2, 6-2 in 82 minutes. The 32-year-old American became the first repeat champion at the event since Serena Williams in 2013. Pegula's victory marks her 11th WTA singles title.

Elina Svitolina has climbed to No. 7 in the WTA rankings, equaling Serena Williams' best position since becoming a mother. This marks her highest ranking since returning to the tour after motherhood. The Ukrainian's strong 2026 season has propelled her back into the elite top 10.

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