Serena and Venus Williams have withdrawn from the doubles draw at Wimbledon following a knee injury sustained by Serena Williams during her recent singles match. The sisters, who have won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, were slated to return as a pair for the first time since the 2022 US Open before announcing their withdrawal on Instagram.
Why did the Williams sisters withdraw from Wimbledon?
Serena Williams confirmed the withdrawal via a personal social media post, citing physical limitations. “I’m heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles,” Williams wrote. “I did everything I could but unfortunately my knee just isn’t ready to compete.”
The injury occurred four days prior to the announcement during a singles match against Maya Joint. Williams, competing in her first singles match in nearly four years, lost that contest 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-3. The knee issue forced the pair to abandon their scheduled first-round match against Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio at the All England Club.
The Williams sisters hold a legacy at the All England Club, having secured the Wimbledon doubles title six times.
What is the future of the Williams sisters’ professional schedule?
While Serena Williams has not confirmed her next tournament appearance, she offered a vague timeline to fans, captioning her post with the phrase, “stay tuned to a city near you.” Her return to the sport has been marked by appearances alongside partners Victoria Mboko in Queen’s and Karolina Muchova in Berlin.
Venus Williams’ schedule remains more defined. Following a loss in the mixed doubles draw on Friday, Venus is slated to play the WTA 500 Mubadala DC Open in Washington and WTA 1000 National Bank Open in Toronto.
How does this withdrawal impact the current WTA landscape?
The withdrawal marks a pause for Serena Williams, who has been testing her fitness across different surfaces and partnerships.
Comparison of Recent Appearances
| Tournament | Partner |
|---|---|
| Queen’s | Victoria Mboko |
| Berlin | Karolina Muchova |
| Wimbledon | Venus Williams (Withdrawn) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Williams sisters playing doubles at Wimbledon?
The pair received a wild card entry, marking their first doubles appearance together since the 2022 US Open.
Is Venus Williams still playing?
Yes, Venus Williams is slated to play the WTA 500 Mubadala DC Open in Washington and WTA 1000 National Bank Open in Toronto.
What injury caused the withdrawal?
Serena Williams withdrew due to a knee injury that she first tweaked during her singles match against Maya Joint.
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