Serena Williams tweaked her knee during her return to Wimbledon, her agent said. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The 44-year-old American tennis star injured her knee in the first round of Wimbledon against Australia's Maya Joint on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in London. During the match, Williams grabbed her knee several times and took a medical timeout. She was unable to continue and left the court.
This was Williams' first major tournament since Wimbledon 2022. She had been absent due to injuries and personal reasons. According to her agent, the severity of the injury is not yet known, but Williams will continue treatment.
Serena Williams is a 23-time Grand Slam champion. She has won Wimbledon seven times. Her participation in future tournaments is now uncertain.