Everything to know about Serena Williams at Wimble...
Key takeaways
- The 44-year-old Williams made her return to the WTA earlier this month and has since received a wild card to play in the singles and doubles draws at the All England Club.
- But here's everything we do know about Williams' 2026 Wimbledon campaign and her comeback -- and where and when to watch her.
- Williams will first play Tuesday (ESPN; time TBD) in singles against Maya Joint, a 20-year-old Australian currently ranked No. 53 and playing in just her second main draw at Wimbledon.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
On Tuesday at Wimbledon, Serena Williams will play in her first singles match in nearly four years. AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi D'Arcy Maine Multiple Authors Jun 27, 2026, 03:34 PM ETEmail Print Open Extended Reactions It's been four years since Serena Williams last competed at Wimbledon, but the 23-time major champion is officially back.
The 44-year-old Williams made her return to the WTA earlier this month and has since received a wild card to play in the singles and doubles draws at the All England Club. While all of her matches will be must-see events and likely played on Centre Court, there remain many unknowns about how she will fare against some of the best players in the world after such a long absence.
But here's everything we do know about Williams' 2026 Wimbledon campaign and her comeback -- and where and when to watch her.