Serena Williams made a memorable return to singles action at the Championships, Wimbledon, ending a near four-year absence with an emotional performance despite suffering a three-set defeat to Australia’s Maya Joint.
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The 44-year-old, playing her first singles match since the 2022 US Open, lost 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-3 on Centre Court but reminded fans why she remains one of tennis’ greatest icons.
Williams, who last played singles at Wimbledon in 2022, received a warm reception from spectators as she returned to the famous venue where she won seven singles titles during her illustrious career.
Although she showed signs of rust, the 23-time Grand Slam champion produced flashes of her trademark power, firing serves above 120 mph and battling back from a set down to force a deciding set against the 20-year-old Australian.
Reflecting on her return, Williams said she never expected to be back at Wimbledon and described the atmosphere on Centre Court as unforgettable.
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The former world No. 1 had not competed in singles since her first-round loss at the 2022 US Open, a period during which many believed she had retired from the sport.
Despite the defeat, her determination and fighting spirit drew admiration from fans, with loud cheers echoing around Centre Court throughout the contest.
Williams is also scheduled to compete in the doubles event alongside her sister, Venus Williams, giving fans another opportunity to watch one of tennis’ most successful sibling partnerships in action.
Elsewhere at Wimbledon, fourth seed Ben Shelton suffered a shock five-set defeat to Otto Virtanen in one of the biggest upsets of the opening round.
