Key Highlights
- Serena Williams returns to tennis after a four-year hiatus at the Queen’s Club doubles tournament.
- The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion will play with Canadian Victoria Mboko in her first match since 2022.
- Williams is due to compete from June 8 to June 14, serving as a practice run for Wimbledon.
- Mboko has been rising through the ranks and previously upset four Grand Slam champions at the Canadian Open in 2025.
Back on Court After Four Years: Serena’s Return
You might think this is new, but…
The tennis world was indeed caught off guard when Serena Williams announced her return to professional tennis as a wild card entry at the Queen’s Club doubles tournament. This comes after her last match in 2022, where she was knocked out by Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the US Open.
The WTA 500 Event
Williams will be competing at what is essentially a practice tournament for Wimbledon. The event runs from June 8 to June 14, giving players like Williams valuable experience on grass courts before the main draw at Wimbledon concludes the month after.
The Doubles Partner: Victoria Mboko
Who is Serena Williams playing with? The answer is 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko. Mboko has been a rising star, having beaten four Grand Slam champions in one tournament as a wild card entry at the Canadian Open last year.
Rising Star
Mboko’s climb through the ranks from outside the world’s top 300 players to now being ranked No. 9 is nothing short of remarkable. Her upcoming match with Williams could be a highlight for tennis fans, especially those who follow up-and-coming talents.
Williams’ Grand Slam Legacy
Williams has achieved more in singles than most can dream of. But her doubles career is no less impressive. She’s won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, including six at Wimbledon. Her return to doubles play could be a testament to the longevity and adaptability of one of tennis’ greatest ever players.
What Does This Mean for Tennis?
The return of Serena Williams is significant. Not only does it excite fans, but it also provides younger players like Victoria Mboko with an opportunity to learn from a legend. The match on June 8 will be the first in what could become a series of exciting comeback games.
So, keep your eyes peeled for the first round doubles match at Queen’s Club. It’s sure to be one of the highlights leading up to Wimbledon.
