Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback

Serena Williams has been forced to withdraw from her highly anticipated Wimbledon doubles return alongside her sister Venus, citing a knee injury. The American duo, who have claimed six Wimbledon doubles titles together, were scheduled to compete as a pair on a Grand Slam court for the first time since 2022. The withdrawal comes as a disappointment for fans eager to see the legendary sisters team up again.

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I'm heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles.

The 44-year-old Serena Williams sustained the knee problem during her singles defeat earlier in the week. Despite her efforts to be ready for the doubles match, her body ultimately did not permit it. Wimbledon organizers confirmed she was "not able to undertake" her doubles duties.

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Coming back to compete again has been a gift, and the opportunity to play alongside Venus once more meant the world to me.

In a statement posted on Instagram, Serena Williams shared her disappointment. "I'm heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles," she wrote. "Coming back to compete again has been a gift, and the opportunity to play alongside Venus once more meant the world to me. I did everything I could to be ready, but unfortunately my knee just isn't ready to compete."

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I did everything I could to be ready, but unfortunately my knee just isn't ready to compete.