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Houston-area tennis legend says Serena Williams’ Wimbledon return is about more than winning
By Bill Spencer, Ninfa Saavedra at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
Tennis legend Serena Williams is set to make a return to Wimbledon this summer after receiving a wildcard entry into the 2026 singles draw.The 44-year-old will compete at the All England Club for the first time in nearly four years. Tournament organizers announced Williams received a wildcard int...
Key takeaway The 44-year-old will compete at the All England Club for the first time in nearly four years.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Tennis legend Serena Williams is set to make a return to Wimbledon this summer after receiving a wildcard entry into the 2026 singles draw.The 44-year-old will compete at the All England Club for the first time in nearly four years. Tournament organizers announced Williams received a wildcard int...
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