Serena Williams Returns, Wins First Match, Wimbledon Participation Uncertain
Serena Williams returned to tennis after four years, winning her first doubles match at the Queen's Club Championships. Her participation in Wimbledon remains undecided.
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(Central News Agency, London, 9th, Combined Foreign Reports) American tennis legend Serena Williams returned to the court after a four-year hiatus, winning the first round of women's doubles at the Queen's Club Championships alongside Canadian rising star Victoria Mboko. After the match, she admitted she was "bored at home" and is still considering whether to play at Wimbledon.
According to AFP and Reuters, the 44-year-old Williams and 19-year-old Mboko defeated the third-seeded pair of American Nicole Melichar-Martinez and New Zealander Erin Routliffe 7-6 (7/2), 6-2 in the first round of the Queen's Club Championships.
Williams' two daughters and husband were present to watch the match.
Williams said, "It was really fun. I had a great time playing with Victoria (Mboko)."
She added, "I've never played here before; it used to be only a men's tournament. Playing at such an iconic venue feels very special."
She also said, "I didn't have much else to do! I was bored at home. My kids are on summer break, so why not come (and play)?"
Williams and Mboko will next face Canadian Leylah Fernandez and German Laura Siegemund in the quarterfinals.
Williams will also compete in the doubles event at the Berlin Open, held from June 15th to 21st. Regarding Wimbledon, she said she is still considering whether to participate.
She said, "As I've said before, I'm taking it day by day. I still have some time to decide, and they have been very considerate in giving me space and time to decide." (Editor: Lu Yingzi) 1150610
According to AFP and Reuters, the 44-year-old Williams and 19-year-old Mboko defeated the third-seeded pair of American Nicole Melichar-Martinez and New Zealander Erin Routliffe 7-6 (7/2), 6-2 in the first round of the Queen's Club Championships.
Williams' two daughters and husband were present to watch the match.
Williams said, "It was really fun. I had a great time playing with Victoria (Mboko)."
She added, "I've never played here before; it used to be only a men's tournament. Playing at such an iconic venue feels very special."
She also said, "I didn't have much else to do! I was bored at home. My kids are on summer break, so why not come (and play)?"
Williams and Mboko will next face Canadian Leylah Fernandez and German Laura Siegemund in the quarterfinals.
Williams will also compete in the doubles event at the Berlin Open, held from June 15th to 21st. Regarding Wimbledon, she said she is still considering whether to participate.
She said, "As I've said before, I'm taking it day by day. I still have some time to decide, and they have been very considerate in giving me space and time to decide." (Editor: Lu Yingzi) 1150610
FAQ
What was the result of Serena Williams' comeback match?
She won her first doubles match at the Queen's Club Championships on June 9, 2025.
Why did she return to tennis?
She stated she was 'bored at home'.
Will she play at Wimbledon?
It is currently undecided; she will decide later.