Serena Williams Set to Reunite with Venus at Wimbledon

Despite a first-round loss in Berlin, Serena Williams is focused on a highly anticipated comeback alongside her sister at the All England Club.

Serena Williams’ return to professional tennis continues, and while her most recent result wasn’t the one she hoped for, something special is on the horizon.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion fell in the opening round of doubles at the 2026 Berlin Open this week, but fans won’t have to wait long to see her back on court—this time reunited with her legendary sister, Venus Williams, at Wimbledon.

BERLIN OPEN: OPENING ROUND EXIT

Teaming up with Czech star Karolína Muchová, Serena Williams was defeated 6-4, 6-4 by the pair of Erin Routliffe and Giuliana Olmos in the first round of doubles.

It was a tightly contested match, with both sets decided by just two games. Despite showing flashes of the form that made her one of the greatest players of all time, Serena and Muchová couldn’t find the breakthrough moments when it mattered most.

The loss marked the first defeat of Serena’s current comeback tour, which began with great anticipation earlier this month.

QUEEN’S CLUB COMEBACK CUT SHORT

Serena’s return to competition began at the prestigious Queen’s Club Championships in London. Partnering with rising Canadian talent Victoria Mboko, Serena kicked off her comeback with a solid doubles win.

However, their run was unfortunately cut short after just one match when 18-year-old Mboko suffered a knee injury during practice. The injury forced the promising teenager to withdraw, bringing an early end to what had been a highly anticipated partnership.

“Of course it’s tough anytime a tournament ends that way,” Serena said at the time. “But Victoria is an amazing young player with a bright future. My thoughts are with her.”

WIMBLEDON REUNION: SISTERS TOGETHER AGAIN

While Berlin didn’t go as planned, Serena has a major highlight to look forward to.

The All England Club has awarded Serena and Venus Williams a wildcard entry into the women’s doubles draw at Wimbledon, marking their first appearance together at the tournament in a decade.

There’s no place like Wimbledon, and there’s no one I’d rather be out there with than my sister. We’ve shared so many incredible memories on this court, and to have the chance to do it again means the world.

The Williams sisters are one of the most decorated doubles teams in tennis history. Together, they have won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, including five Wimbledon crowns (2000, 2002, 2008, 2009, and 2012), and three Olympic gold medals.

Their combination of power, athleticism, and unmatched chemistry made them a dominant force for more than a decade. Now, fans will get to see that magic again on tennis’ most famous grass court.

WHAT’S NEXT

Serena will continue to prepare on grass over the coming weeks, with all eyes on the Wimbledon Championships.

At 44, Serena Williams continues to inspire with her passion for the game and her willingness to compete at the highest level. Whether this Wimbledon run is just the beginning of more tournaments to come or a special one-off appearance with her sister, one thing is certain: when Serena and Venus step on court together, it’s must-see tennis.