Williams edged by Joint in epic three‑setter on singles return
BBC Sport·June 30, 2026
Serena Williams made a highly anticipated return to singles competition at Wimbledon 2026, pushing Maya Joint to the limit in a thrilling three-set match. Williams ultimately fell short, losing 3-6 7-6 (8-6) 3-6 in a closely contested encounter. Despite the defeat, Williams showed promising form and resilience, taking the second set to a tiebreaker and testing her opponent throughout. The narrow loss marks a strong start to Williams' comeback, with the tennis legend demonstrating she remains a force to be reckoned with.
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