23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams said she could return to the field at the next Wimbledon Championship, meaning she would return to the field in 12 months.
Serena Williams in training
The American, who has won the All England club seven times, injured his foot in the first round of the 2021 Wimbledon Open and has not played since.
Serena, 40, posted a photo on Instagram mentioning the London tournament with the headline "The date is up, see you there." In addition, the player also marked the Eastbourne tournament in the photo, suggesting that she could play there a week before the third Grand Slam event of the season.
Serena left a message on her personal social platform
Serena Williams suggested she would compete in the Wimbledon Tennis Open. Yes, the AP image showed Serena's confirmation did not indicate whether she would play in singles, doubles or mixed tournaments. To participate in the singles draw, Serena either has to use a protected ranking, which is reserved for a long-injured player, or she needs to be invited.
Serena Williams struggled to tie Australia's Margaret Court's 24 Grand Slam titles, making her the most accomplished person in history, having failed both attempts at Wimbledon when she reached the finals in both 2018 and 2019, after she became a mother.
Americans currently rank 1208th in the WTA rankings. For her, both weight and training time will be challenges after her comeback!
Serena williams who won the championship trophy