Williams sisters to play Wimbledon doubles together
Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Serena and Venus Williams will compete together in the Wimbledon doubles tournament after receiving a wildcard.
- This marks Serena Williams' first Wimbledon appearance since 2022, while Venus Williams recently returned to competitive play.
- The sisters have a strong history at Wimbledon, having won the doubles title six times previously.
Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams are set to reunite on the court, having been granted a wildcard entry into the Wimbledon doubles tournament. This marks a significant return for Serena, who last competed at the prestigious Grand Slam event in 2022, and adds another chapter to the storied careers of the American sisters.
Venus Williams, at 44 years old, has recently made a comeback in the doubles circuit. She participated in the Queens tournament just over two weeks ago, winning her first match with partner Victoria Mboko before Mboko was forced to withdraw due to injury. Her participation alongside Serena at Wimbledon signals a continued drive to compete at the highest level.
The Williams sisters boast an impressive record at Wimbledon, having clinched the doubles title an remarkable six times. Their last victory together at the All England Club was in 2016. Their combined experience and past success make them a formidable pair to watch in this year's competition.
Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.