Serena Williams Confirms Tennis Return at Queen's Club

Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam champion, has officially announced her return to professional tennis after a four-year hiatus. The 44-year-old will play doubles at the Queen's Club Championships in London, a traditional Wimbledon warm-up event, partnering with rising star Victoria Mboko. Williams had been rumored to be considering a comeback after entering mandatory drug-testing protocols last year, becoming eligible in February. She has teased her return in interviews and social media posts. The Queen's tournament begins June 8, and Williams has requested a wild card for entry. Mboko expressed excitement, calling Williams her idol. Williams won 73 singles titles and earned $95 million in prize money during her career.