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Tennis legend Serena Williams, 44, confirms return to court after four-year absence

Serena Williams is set to make her highly anticipated return to professional tennis at Queen's next week, ending a nearly four-year hiatus from the sport.

By World Brief · 2026-06-01

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Tennis icon Serena Williams, 44, has officially announced her return to competitive tennis, nearly four years after her last professional match at the 2022 US Open. Her much-anticipated comeback will see her compete in the doubles draw at the Queen's Club Championships in London next week, partnering with Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko.

This marks a significant moment for the sport, as Williams had re-entered the anti-doping testing pool six months ago, fulfilling the necessary requirements to become eligible again. The announcement has generated considerable excitement among fans and within the tennis community, eager to see the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion back on court.

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