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TV Host Slams Serena's Wimbledon Sportsmanship
3 Jul
Summary
- Serena Williams lost her first singles match since returning to Wimbledon.
- TV host Rob Finnerty criticized her attitude and handshake.
- Williams will now compete in the doubles alongside her sister Venus.
Serena Williams' return to the Wimbledon Championships on Monday, June 29, 2026, was met with controversy after her first-round singles defeat. The American tennis legend, playing her first singles match after a nearly four-year hiatus, lost to Australian opponent Maya Joint.
Following the match, TV host Rob Finnerty voiced strong criticism on The Megyn Kelly Show, specifically targeting Williams' handshake with Joint and her decision to skip the post-match press conference. He argued that her behavior fell short of the sportsmanship expected from a player of her stature.
Despite her early singles exit, Williams is scheduled to participate in the doubles tournament. She will team up with her sister, Venus Williams, and they are set to face Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio in their opening round on July 3, 2026.
