Serena Williams Makes Triumphant Tennis Return with Doubles Victory at Queen’s Club

Posted : 09 June 2026

Serena Williams enjoyed a successful return to competitive tennis on Tuesday, ending a four-year absence from the sport with a convincing doubles victory at the Queen’s Club tournament in London.

The American icon teamed up with Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko to defeat third-seeded pair Erin Routliffe and Nicole Melichar-Martinez 7-6 (7/2), 6-2 in the opening round of the grass-court event. The win marked Williams’ first professional match since stepping away from tennis following the 2022 US Open.

Despite concerns about how she would perform after such a lengthy break, the 44-year-old showed flashes of the form that helped her become one of the greatest players in tennis history. Her powerful serve, aggressive groundstrokes, and trademark competitiveness were on display throughout the match, drawing enthusiastic support from a packed crowd.

Among those watching were her husband Alexis Ohanian and daughters Olympia and Adira, who witnessed Williams’ long-awaited return to the court. Fans welcomed her back with standing ovations and banners celebrating her comeback as she stepped onto the court at the Andy Murray Arena.

The former world number one initially showed some understandable signs of rust after more than 1,300 days away from competition. However, she quickly settled into the match, producing several impressive winners and displaying the determination that defined her illustrious career.

Williams thrilled spectators with powerful serving, including a delivery clocked at 120mph, and celebrated key moments with the same passion that made her a fan favourite over three decades on tour. One highlight came when she struck a stunning backhand winner from a difficult angle before smiling broadly in apparent disbelief at her own shot-making.

While Williams played a major role in securing the first set, Mboko proved instrumental in the second, hitting a series of winners that helped the pair pull away from their opponents. The experienced American frequently encouraged her younger partner as they took control of the match.

The victory has inevitably sparked fresh speculation about whether Williams could extend her comeback beyond doubles competition. Although she recently downplayed suggestions of a return to singles tennis, her strong performance has fuelled discussion about a possible appearance at Wimbledon later this month.

For now, Williams is set to continue her doubles schedule at the Berlin Open before deciding on any future plans. Regardless of what comes next, her successful return has already provided one of the most memorable moments of the tennis season.

Serena Williams Makes Triumphant Tennis Return with Doubles Victory at Queen’s Club

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