Latest story published: 2026-06-28 17:17 UTC
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Serena Williams says the anti-doping testing process was so gruelling it nearly stopped her from making a comeback. The issue is framed as an off-court burden rather than anything related to match results. It highlights how testing rules can affect even the biggest names before they return to competition.
Serena Williams criticized tennis anti-doping protocols during a pre-tournament press conference at the Wimbledon Championships. Her comments highlighted a broader lack of understanding and trust between players and the sport’s anti-doping program.
Ajla Tomljanovic is set to wear Original Penguin’s Woven Veronica Dress at Wimbledon. The collared design uses contrast piping to create a traditional look for the grass-court event.
Amanda Anisimova is being presented in upbeat form at Wimbledon. That makes her a player to watch as the tournament builds around her form.
Serena Williams said she had to persuade herself to accept Wimbledon's offer to play singles. The decision marked another step in her return to competition.
Coco Gauff opened Wimbledon with a dominant 6-2, 6-1 win over Tamara Korpatsch in 54 minutes. The victory sent the No. 7 seed into the second round and snapped her recent grass-court losing streak. It was Gauff’s fastest win at the grass-court major, a strong start for one of the women’s title contenders.
Top seeds Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are scheduled to play on Day 1 at Wimbledon. The opening-day order of play features leading contenders from both draws.
Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon after a scan showed that her leg injury had become a stress fracture. The diagnosis ended her planned participation in the tournament.
Mats Wilander says Serena Williams’ comeback may still have more left in it, despite concern around Wimbledon. The comment frames Williams, 44, as a player whose return is not necessarily nearing an immediate end. For fans and the tour, that keeps the Serena comeback conversation alive instead of treating it as a short-lived appearance.
Serena Williams has confirmed her singles entry at Wimbledon and says she is still not fully sure about the comeback. She is set to face 20-year-old Maya Joint four years after her last singles match. The return puts Williams back into Grand Slam competition and gives her a first-round test against a younger opponent.
Emma Raducanu pledged to do everything possible to be fit for her Wimbledon Championships opener against Antonia Ruzic. The 30th seed is nursing a right-foot injury and said she had pushed herself further than she would for any other tournament.
Serena Williams criticized tennis's anti-doping system ahead of her Wimbledon return. She called the system unprofessional and unreasonable and said she hated it.
Linda Noskova cites Serena Williams and wrestling as sources of inspiration. Her influences span both women's tennis and professional wrestling.
Aryna Sabalenka is being scrutinized for a weakness that rivals are starting to exploit more effectively. The piece points to her title profile, noting that she is still without a major outside hard courts. The practical consequence is that opponents appear to have found a better way to challenge her, which could matter in the biggest events.
Greg Rusedski offers his predictions on major talking points ahead of the Wimbledon Championships. His assessment covers Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, Alex Eala and Jannik Sinner.
Ten notable women's first-round matches are selected for the Wimbledon Championships. Serena Williams and Ajla Tomljanovic appear in accompanying historical US Open context.
Wimbledon’s 2026 women’s singles draw features 10 teenagers, including two 17-year-old British players and a Grand Slam winner. The draw preview underlines how much young talent is arriving at the All England Club main event. For fans, the immediate takeaway is that the field includes an unusually large teenage group with both home interest and proven pedigree.
Andy Roddick expects Serena Williams to beat Alex Eala in their opening match at the Wimbledon Championships. He nevertheless warns that Eala's ability to spread the court and play in both directions makes the matchup difficult.
Wimbledon week one is forecast to stay warmer than average, but with less intense heat and humidity than of late. The update points to generally drier playing conditions for the opening days at the All England Club. The practical consequence is that weather should be less of a disruption risk for the early rounds than a high-heat week would have been.
Belinda Bencic is set to face Mika Stojsavljevic in the first round of the Wimbledon Championships. Their match is among the selected betting picks for the opening round of the women's draw.
Jessica Pegula is scheduled to play Darja Vidmanova in the first round of the Wimbledon Championships. Their encounter is featured among the selected betting picks for the women's opening round.
Player pressure over Wimbledon-style revenue splits is still building at the US Open. Tournament prize-money shares are said to be improving, but several players are prepared to keep protesting if their cut is not addressed. The practical consequence is that the issue could follow the tour into New York rather than fading after the initial talks.
Venus Williams said she cannot wait to partner Serena Williams in the Wimbledon doubles competition. The sisters have previously won the tournament's doubles title together six times.
Serena Williams is set to return at Wimbledon. The preview addresses when she will play and what to expect from her comeback.
Serena Williams is preparing for a singles return at Wimbledon. Novak Djokovic called the comeback truly inspirational, saying he sees Williams training more now than during her prime.
A statistical preview examines the women’s singles field at the Wimbledon Championships. The numbers provide a framework for assessing the leading contenders and the wider draw.
Aryna Sabalenka says top players do not want to boycott Grand Slam media duties again over prize-money protests. The issue remains split inside the player group, with the dispute still tied to how the biggest events handle media obligations and pay. It affects the leading names on the WTA and at the majors, where any renewed protest would have immediate off-court fallout.
Serena Williams is set to return to Wimbledon, prompting reactions from several leading players. Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff discussed her comeback before the tournament.
Iga Swiatek says mental strength is needed to achieve a rare feat at Wimbledon. The piece centers on her mindset as she prepares for the tournament. For Swiatek, the practical issue is handling the pressure that comes with trying to do something uncommon at the All England Club.
Karolina Muchova won the Bad Homburg title after Naomi Osaka retired from the final with a foot injury. Muchova earned her first grass-court title, while Osaka’s exit comes with Wimbledon approaching. The result gives Muchova a confidence boost on grass and leaves Osaka needing to manage the injury before the season’s next major event.