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Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon after accepting a wild card invitation
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon after accepting a wild card invitation, the All England Club announced Sunday.The move comes after the 44-year-old Williams recently returned to competition in doubles after nearly four years away from professional tennis.And it means that Williams w...
Key takeaway The move comes after the 44-year-old Williams recently returned to competition in doubles after nearly four years away from professional tennis.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For tennis enthusiasts in Terrell Hills , the news of Serena Williams' return to singles play at Wimbledon is a thrilling development. As a community that values family and homes, residents may appreciate the fact that Williams is balancing her tennis career with motherhood, having given birth to her second daughter in 2023. The Alamo Heights Independent School District, which serves Terrell Hills, has a strong athletic program, and Williams' determination to return to professional tennis at 44 may inspire local student-athletes to pursue their own passions. With Wimbledon just around the corner, residents of Terrell Hills can look forward to watching Williams compete on the grass courts, perhaps even with their families, and cheering on the tennis legend as she takes on new challenges in her remarkable career. Her participation in both singles and doubles play will undoubtedly be a highlight of the tournament.
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Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon after accepting a wild card invitation, the All England Club announced Sunday.The move comes after the 44-year-old Williams recently returned to competition in doubles after nearly four years away from professional tennis.And it means that Williams w...
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