Williams to begin Wimbledon comeback against Joint

Serena Williams will begin her singles comeback at Wimbledon against Maya Joint on July 2, 2024, marking her return to Grand Slam singles tennis. Williams, a seven-time Wimbledon champion, last competed in singles at the 2022 Wimbledon Championships. Her opponent, Maya Joint, is an Australian player ranked outside the top 100. This match is Williams' first singles appearance since the 2022 US Open, where she played her final professional match before announcing her "evolution" away from tennis. The draw places Williams in the same quarter as top seed Iga Swiatek. Williams has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles in her career, a record in the Open Era. Her return to the court has generated significant interest from fans and media alike, with many speculating about her future in the sport.