Another Wimbledon run? Serena Williams accepts singles wild card

Serena Williams, 44, has accepted Wimbledon's final singles wild card, marking her return to singles competition for the first time in nearly four years. The announcement came on June 21, 2026, weeks after she had already ended her absence from professional tennis by returning in doubles. Williams will now compete in singles at Wimbledon, the sport's most prestigious Grand Slam tournament.