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Serena Williams to make singles comeback at Wimbledon

Published Sunday, June 21, 2026 · Updated June 22

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  • Comeback Announcement & Details — 3 sources

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Serena Williams, a seven-time Wimbledon singles champion, will make her singles comeback at Wimbledon after accepting a wild card invitation. This marks her first singles appearance in nearly four years, following a recent return to competitive doubles.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon after accepting a wild card invitation, as announced by the All England Club.
  • This marks her first singles appearance in nearly four years, following a three-and-a-half-year retirement from Grand Slam competition.
  • Williams, a seven-time Wimbledon singles champion, recently returned to competitive tennis in doubles.
  • Serena Williams is 44 years old.
  • She will also play doubles with her sister Venus.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Comeback Announcement & Details
  • BBC News

    BBC News reports that Serena Williams, 44, will make a surprise return to singles action at Wimbledon after accepting a wildcard, marking her first singles appearance in nearly four years, following a competitive return earlier this month in doubles.

  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera English reports Serena Williams has received a wildcard entry for the ladies' singles championship at Wimbledon, marking her return to Grand Slam competition after a three-and-a-half-year retirement, and notes the seven-time Wimbledon champion will compete after recently returning to competitive tennis.

  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reports Serena Williams has accepted a wild card invitation to play singles at Wimbledon, marking her return to singles competition after nearly four years, and adds that she will also play doubles with her sister Venus.

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