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Serena Williams tweaked her knee during Wimbledon return, but still aims to play doubles

Serena Williams tweaked her knee during Wimbledon return, but still aims to play doubles

Summary

Serena Williams returned to singles tennis at Wimbledon after nearly four years but lost a close match to Maya Joint. She injured her right knee during the match but hopes to play doubles with her sister Venus later in the tournament.

Key Facts

  • Serena Williams played her first singles match in almost four years at Wimbledon.
  • She lost to 20-year-old Maya Joint with scores of 6-3, 6-7, 6-3.
  • Serena tweaked her right knee at the end of the first set.
  • Despite the injury, she aims to participate in doubles with her sister Venus Williams.
  • Serena received wild card invitations to play both singles and doubles.
  • Her youngest daughter, Adira, saw her play singles for the first time.
  • Fellow players like Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka praised Serena’s performance and comeback.
  • Serena did not seek medical treatment during the match but was excused from media duties afterward.
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