Serena Williams and her sister Venus Williams will compete in the women's doubles draw at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships as a wildcard entry [1, 2, 3].
The reunion marks a significant return for Serena, who has not appeared at the tournament in four years [4]. The pairing brings together two of the most successful athletes in tennis history for a high-profile return to the All England Club in London [2, 3].
The All England Club granted the sisters the wildcard to facilitate their entry into the draw [2, 3]. This partnership comes 10 years after the pair last won a Wimbledon doubles title together [1].
Throughout their careers, the sisters have established a dominant record in doubles competition. They have won six Wimbledon doubles titles as a team [5], and a total of 14 Grand Slam doubles titles together [6].
Reports on the sisters' current age vary slightly, with sources citing a combined age of 89 [7] or 90 years [8]. Despite the gap in competitive play, the duo remains a focal point of the tournament's draw as they prepare for the event beginning in early July [2, 4].
The sisters have long been the face of women's tennis, and their return to the grass courts of London is expected to draw significant global attention [2, 3].
“Serena and Venus Williams will reunite to play women's doubles at Wimbledon 2026 as a wildcard pair.”
The return of the Williams sisters to Wimbledon underscores the enduring commercial and cultural appeal of their partnership. By granting a wildcard, the All England Club prioritizes the historical significance and star power of the duo over current ranking requirements, ensuring a major draw for the 2026 championships.
