Serena Williams is set to return to Wimbledon after being officially awarded a women’s doubles wildcard alongside her sister Venus Williams, confirming one of the most anticipated comebacks in recent tennis history.
Serena Williams and Venus Williams, Olympic Games 2008. Everett Collection, Shutterstock
The All England Club announced that the Williams sisters will compete together in the 2026 Wimbledon women’s doubles draw, marking their first appearance at the tournament as a pairing since their most recent competitive outing together.
The wildcard confirms Serena’s continued return to professional tennis following her initial step back from the sport in 2022, when she said she was “evolving away from tennis” rather than formally announcing retirement.
Venus, meanwhile, has continued to make occasional appearances on tour in recent seasons, with the pair now reuniting for another chapter at the Grand Slam where they built much of their legacy.
Serena Williams is regarded as one of the most competitively successful players in the history of tennis. A.RICARDO, Shutterstock
Between them, the Williams sisters have won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, including six Wimbledon crowns, establishing themselves as one of the most successful partnerships in tennis history.
The announcement immediately sparked excitement among fans, with the prospect of the sisters walking out together at SW19 once again adding major star power to the Championships.
Serena Williams in action at the 2016 US Open Grand Slam tennis tournament. Jimmie 48 Photography, Shutterstock
Neither Serena nor Venus has been confirmed for the singles draw, with the wildcard announcement focusing solely on doubles participation.
Serena recently made her competitive return in a grass-court doubles event at Queen’s Club, describing the experience as part of her gradual return to match play. She has also been competing in warm-up events ahead of Wimbledon as she rebuilds competitive rhythm.
Serena Williams and Venus Williams in doubles action at the 2016 French Open. Jimmie 48 Photography, Shutterstock
The Williams sisters’ return comes more than a decade after their last Wimbledon doubles title in 2016, and adds another high-profile chapter to a partnership that has defined eras of women’s tennis.
For Wimbledon, it is a headline moment. For fans, it is a chance to see one of sport’s most iconic sibling partnerships reunited on the biggest stage once again.
