Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Serena Williams made a triumphant, emotional return to singles tennis at Wimbledon after nearly four years away, facing off against 20-year-old Maya Joint in a thrilling three-set battle that ended 6-3, 6-7, 6-3. Though the legend fell short, her power, resilience, and crowd-pleasing presence—complete with a standing ovation and her youngest daughter Adria watching for the first time—made the match unforgettable. Serena saved a match point in the second set, showcasing her trademark grit, but Joint’s early control in the final set sealed the win. With a doubles match against Venus still…