No one expected it! Serena Williams will make her singles comeback at Wimbledon. The 44-year-old American has received a wild card to enter the singles draw of the London Grand Slam. One wild card spot remained in the pool distributed by the tournament, and it was ultimately awarded to her. This invitation marks an improbable return for one of the greatest players in tennis history, holder of 23 Grand Slam singles titles.
A comeback after four years without a single
Serena Williams hasn't played a singles match since the 2022 US Open. Her last match ended in a three-set loss to Australian Ajla Tomljanovic, marking the end of the first part of her career. Since then, the American hasn't appeared in any singles matches on the tour. Her last match at Wimbledon also dates back to 2022, where she lost in the first round to Frenchwoman Harmony Tan.
Wimbledon, his kingdom
Wimbledon holds a central place in Serena Williams' career. She has won the tournament seven times in singles. Her return to the main draw will therefore be one of the major events of this year's edition. At 44, the American is preparing to return to the London grass in a tournament where she has forged much of her legend.
With Venus also in double
Prior to this singles invitation, Serena Williams had already received a wild card for the Wimbledon doubles tournament alongside her 46-year-old sister, Venus Williams. The two sisters will therefore return to the London grass courts together, in a tournament they know very well.
