In 2022, Serena Williams announced she was “evolving away” from tennis. But four years later, it turns out the tennis legend still has at least one more event in her.
Williams, now 44, will return to the game in June, taking part in a doubles match at the HSBC Championships.
Williams appeared to confirm the news, putting out a short teaser video hinting at her return. In the video, Williams’ phone can be heard chiming multiple times as she walks across the tennis court to pick it up. As she gets near the phone, the screen goes black, and the words “guess everybody heard the news” pops up.
The HSBC Championships begin Monday, June 8. It’s unclear exactly when Williams will play in her first match, as draws have not been made for the event just yet. That will occur three days before play gets underway.
This story will be updated.