Serena Williams to Return to Tennis at Queen's Club After Nearly 4 Years Away

Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at age 44 after nearly four years away. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has accepted a wild-card invitation to play doubles at the Queen's Club grass-court tournament in London.

- Williams will play doubles with a partner to be announced. - The tournament starts next Monday, and her return on grass raises speculation about a Wimbledon appearance.

- She has not competed since the 2022 U.S. Open, where she said she was 'evolving' away from tennis.

- Williams re-registered with tennis's anti-doping program in February, a key step toward her comeback. Fellow players and legends like Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff, and John McEnroe have expressed excitement, noting her impact on the sport.

Williams' return is seen as a boost for tennis, with many eager to watch her compete again.