Joint describes Serena's aura after eliminating her from Wimbledon

Pedro de Pablos | 30 Jun 2026 | 23.57

Joint describes Serena's aura after eliminating her from Wimbledon. Source: Getty Images.

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Maya Joint has been one of the names of the day at Wimbledon 2026. The Australian tennis player faced the pressure of playing against Serena Williams in the return of the women's tennis GOAT to the circuit, and she managed to overcome all moments of tension to win in 3 sets and spoil her comeback. Furthermore, the post-match press conference described the aura that the American tennis player exudes.

Joint praised the level at which Williams returned, but she also admitted that she had hardly watched any of her old matches. However, for the first time in her career, she revealed that she had been nervous for several days beforehand, something that showed at certain moments during the match. She was able to win in the end and fulfill a dream, but her testimony about what it means to stand in front of Serena explains the greatness of the American.

Joint praises Serena Williams' level in her comeback

Feelings after the match

I feel pretty good. I am very happy with my performance today, and just the fact that I was able to win a match, despite this year being quite difficult. This year has been quite challenging, especially in terms of results. In my recent matches, I gave my best, and even though I didn't win much, I still had the confidence that I could. When you play against Serena, you have nothing to lose. It's logical for people to play their best match against her.

Serena Williams' level

The truth is I didn't know what to expect. I came in expecting her to play her best match, the kind she played when she was at her peak because you have to prepare for the toughest match possible. I think she played very well. I haven't seen many of her matches.

Rival's aura

It's hard to explain. It just seems that she is much better, overall, than you as a person (smiling). I don't know. It's intimidating to have to play a match against someone who has achieved so much in her career.

Atmosphere in the match against Serena

The crowd was more or less as expected. You know, a full and very noisy court. But they also cheered me on a lot, which I didn't think they would do so much. It was a pleasant surprise, and the atmosphere was amazing. I can't remember the last time I played on such a packed court, so it was incredible. Stepping onto the court with Serena was something I never thought I would do. I haven't fully processed it yet.

Joint analyzes Serena Williams' presence on the court

I saw her before going out on the court, and that was nice. But yes, when we were in that hallway before stepping onto Center Court, it was the most incredible moment of my life. Seeing all the greats and legends do that, and that I could also do it, was insane.

Pressure of playing in this atmosphere

I was quite nervous. I don't think I was entirely relaxed, but I had a good start, which helped me, and I think I got a bit tense when I was close to winning. But yes, I played my best tennis when I needed to, which was good.

Trouble sleeping before the match and nerves

Usually, I don't have trouble sleeping, but this was a special circumstance. I was looking for my first win at Wimbledon, a win in general. I was playing against Serena on the center court. I had a lot on my mind because I wanted to do well, and I was nervous about what was going to happen. I think this time was definitely the most extreme in terms of nerves. I have been nervous before matches before, but I usually only get nervous right before going out on the court, not four days before knowing when I'm going to play against her.

Next match against Eala

I'm surprised we haven't faced each other since our match a year ago. We have been in almost all the same tournaments. The last time we played at Eastbourne, we had an amazing and epic match. I expect an equally exciting match this time, and yes, I'm very excited. I think it's going to be a lot of fun.

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