Serena and Venus Williams Return to Wimbledon as Doubles Team

Two of tennis's greatest champions are returning to the court where they made history together.

Serena Williams, 44, and Venus Williams, 45, will compete as a doubles team at Wimbledon 2026 after receiving a wildcard entry from tournament organizers. The announcement comes just weeks after Serena made her unexpected return to professional tennis at Queen's, four years after most fans thought they'd seen her final match.

The Williams sisters transformed tennis when they burst onto the scene in the 1990s. Their powerful playing styles and athletic prowess revolutionized women's tennis and inspired countless young players around the world.

Between them, the sisters have claimed 30 Grand Slam singles titles and won 12 Wimbledon championships. As a doubles team, they've captured six Wimbledon titles together, with their first victory in 2000 and their most recent in 2016.

The sisters last played together at the 2022 US Open, which marked Serena's decision to "evolve away" from professional tennis. Venus has continued competing sparingly, including winning matches at last year's Washington Open where she became the second oldest woman to win a WTA Tour-level singles match.

Why This Inspires

The Williams sisters aren't just returning to chase another trophy. Their comeback represents something bigger: the joy of competing alongside someone you love and the courage to step back into the spotlight regardless of age or expectations.

Venus recently spoke about her sister's natural talent, noting how Serena can take months off and still "hit a tonne out of the ball" when she picks up her racquet again. That combination of skill, dedication, and sisterly support has defined their careers and continues to inspire fans decades after they first changed the game.

Wimbledon begins on Monday, June 29th. The tournament runs through early July, giving tennis fans worldwide a chance to witness these legends compete together one more time on grass courts they know so well.

Whether they win or lose, the Williams sisters have already proven what matters most: showing up, supporting each other, and playing the game they love.