Serena's Doubles Doubt: Williams Reunion on Edge
Serena's knee tweak puts the Wimbledon doubles return with Venus in doubt before Friday's match.
Serena Williams’ Wimbledon doubles comeback with sister Venus hangs in the balance after she sustained a knee injury during a three-set singles loss to Maya Joint. The 44-year-old skipped her post-match press conference to undergo immediate treatment, prioritizing physical recovery over media obligations. This setback occurred just days before the scheduled first-round doubles match against Camila Osorio and Solana Sierra.
Despite the injury, Serena remains determined to take the court for Friday's match, though her mobility remains the critical variable. The doubles format theoretically reduces the court coverage required compared to singles, potentially allowing Serena to lean on Venus’s movement, yet the opponents are far from charitable. Camila Osorio and Solana Sierra are full-time WTA Tour competitors with sharp reflexes and nothing to lose, meaning they will likely target the injured knee with aggressive returns and net rushes.
