Summary
Serena Williams has added her name back to the tennis drug testing pool but says she is not planning a comeback to professional tennis. She retired in 2022 after her last match at the US Open. Joining the drug testing pool is required for eligibility to return, but Williams stated on social media that she is not returning to compete.
Key Facts
- Serena Williams filed paperwork to be included in tennis's drug testing pool.
- Williams has stated publicly that she is not planning to return to professional tennis.
- She retired after the 2022 US Open, where she played her last match.
- The drug testing pool is a requirement for players wishing to return to competition.
- Williams is 44 years old and has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles.
- Her social media post stated, "I'm NOT coming back. This wildfire is crazy."
- Serena's older sister, Venus Williams, recently returned to competition at the age of 45.
- Serena and Venus have won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles and three Olympic gold medals together.
