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Serena Williams gave herself a pep talk to play singles at Wimbledon at age 44
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 28, 2026
· 4 min read
Serena Williams had to talk herself into accepting Wimbledon's offer to play singles.The All England club was holding one last wild card entry and the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion — who had already announced she'd play doubles with her sister Venus — had a decision to make.“I thought I sho...
Key takeaway The All England club was holding one last wild card entry and the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion — who had already announced she'd play doubles with her sister Venus — had a decision to make.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For tennis fans in Terrell Hills , Serena Williams' decision to play singles at Wimbledon is a thrilling development, especially given her iconic status in the sport. As a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, Williams' presence at the grass-court Grand Slam is a significant draw, and her match against Maya Joint on Centre Court will undoubtedly be closely watched by local tennis enthusiasts. The fact that Williams, at 44, is still competing at the highest level is a testament to her dedication and passion for the sport, and her evolving tennis comeback will likely inspire many young athletes in the Terrell Hills community. With her first match taking place on Tuesday evening, local fans will be eager to see how Williams performs against the 20-year-old Joint, and whether she can still deliver the dominant performances that have made her a legend in the tennis world.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Serena Williams had to talk herself into accepting Wimbledon's offer to play singles.The All England club was holding one last wild card entry and the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion — who had already announced she'd play doubles with her sister Venus — had a decision to make.“I thought I sho...
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