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Serena Williams Makes Shock Wimbledon Comeback!
29 Jun
Summary
- Serena Williams, 44, returns to Wimbledon with a wildcard.
- Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek defend their singles titles.
- Novak Djokovic aims for a record eighth Wimbledon men's singles crown.
Wimbledon 2026 officially began on Monday, June 29th, at the All England Club in London. Defending champions Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek are set to defend their singles titles in the tournament, which runs until July 12th.
Novak Djokovic is among the favorites, aiming to secure a record eighth Wimbledon men's singles title and an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam. With Carlos Alcaraz sidelined, Alexander Zverev is a strong contender.
A major storyline is the return of Serena Williams, aged 44, who has received a wildcard entry. She will compete in both singles and doubles, partnering with her sister Venus.
The tournament features top female contenders like Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina. The women's singles final is scheduled for July 11th, followed by the men's singles final on July 12th. Matches begin at 11:00 am local time.
