Serena Williams’ coach tells AP nerves and a closed roof were factors in Wimbledon loss
Summary
Serena Williams lost her first singles match in nearly four years at Wimbledon, losing to 20-year-old Maya Joint. Her coach said nerves and the closed roof affected her play, but players and coaches respected her effort given the long break and pressure of the match.Key Facts
- Serena Williams played her first singles match in almost four years at Wimbledon.
- She lost 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-3 to Maya Joint, who is 20 years old.
- Williams’ coach, Rennae Stubbs, started coaching her again in March and noted Williams could still play well.
- Williams showed signs of nerves during the match but relaxed about halfway through the second set.
- The match was watched live by 15,000 people in the stadium and millions worldwide.
- Other players and coaches praised Williams’ performance and bravery returning after a long break.
- Williams injured her right knee late in the first set and later withdrew from a doubles match.
- She showed on social media that fluid was drained from her knee after the singles match.
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