Serena Williams, Wimbledon, and the need to remember who the greatest tennis player of all time is

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In less than a month, Serena Williams has gone from retirement, focusing on her businesses, to returning to professional tennis four years after stepping away, playing doubles on the grass circuit, and ultimately earning a wild card entry into the women's singles draw at Wimbledon.

This return has dominated discussions over the past month more than the first Roland Garros win by Mirra Andreeva, the up-and-down form of Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, or the surprise talent in Paris, Maja Chwalinska. It's clear that the spotlight is firmly back on Serena Williams, especially now that she is returning to the singles draw.

Four years after her retirement, Serena Williams still reigns as the queen of tennis

However, this Wimbledon invitation has been perhaps the most surprising development in recent times, considering Serena herself admitted after her debut that she still needed time and training to compete in a singles match again. This decision, while surprising, has not been universally supported.

For many, the comeback of a player four years after retirement to such a demanding and challenging tournament like Wimbledon, with minimal match play during this time, is seen as a waste of time and a missed opportunity for another player with better chances of success.

While no one is placing Serena on the list of title favorites at Wimbledon and acknowledging that her prime has passed, her mere presence in the tournament generates excitement and viewership for a WTA circuit currently facing challenges. Aside from the charismatic Aryna Sabalenka, who captures attention off the court but has struggled to secure victories on it, there is no other player who generates as much enthusiasm and inspiration as a 23-time Grand Slam champion does.

This is not a drill.@serenawilliams will compete in the 2026 ladies' singles at #Wimbledon as a wild card. pic.twitter.com/1vHnDEQ4xm

At 44 years old, her goal is not to win another title but to relive the stage where she triumphed seven times. Despite leaving with a grand farewell four years ago and with her last Grand Slam title dating back to 2017, just stepping onto the court will reignite all the intensity she brought during her more than 20 years as a professional tennis player.

It's also a way to bid farewell to her favorite tournament, as her last appearance ended in a defeat in the 2022 first round against Harmony Tan in a third-set tiebreak. A bittersweet feeling that she aims to reverse in her debut this year, no matter the outcome.

Don't expect the dominant Serena Williams of unstoppable shots and unparalleled court command. But be prepared once again to witness one of the greatest icons in sports history and, above all, a mixture of nostalgia and admiration for experiencing the brilliance of the greatest tennis player of all time.
 

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