Wimbledon 2026: Serena Williams pulls out of doubles with sister Venus because of knee injury
Serena Williams withdrew from the Wimbledon doubles match, which she planned to hold with her older sister Venus, due to a knee injury.
The American pair, six-time doubles champions at the All England Club, were scheduled to meet again on Saturday at the Grand Slam venue for the first time since 2022.
But Serena Williams, 44, is not fit enough to play after suffering a knee problem in Tuesday’s loss to Australia’s Maya Joint.
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion did not speak to the media after the match, while Wimbledon organizers said he “failed to fulfill his duties”.
“I’m heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles,” Serena said. instagram, external.
“Coming back to compete again was a gift and the opportunity to play alongside Venus once again meant the world to me.
“I did everything I could to be ready, but unfortunately my knee is not ready to compete.”
More to follow.
