Serena Williams he’s back Wimbledonwhich is not a very common sentence to read in 2026.
The seven-time Wimbledon singles champion will return to Center Court on Tuesday, June 30, for her first professional match since the 2022 US Open. Williams, 44, will face 20-year-old Australian Maya Joint in the first round, marking one of the biggest early moments of this year’s competition before he even played point.
Williams made her first Wimbledon appearance in 2022, losing in the first round to Harmony Tan. A few months later, he retired from tennis after the US Open, describing the move as a “transition” away from the game rather than retirement in the traditional sense.
Now, after returning to competition with a double earlier this month, he returns to the singles draw at the All England Club. And this time, he has made it clear that the goal is not to recreate the pressure of his quality.
“As of right now, I’m not worried,” Williams said before the match, adding that her expectation is to stay calm, relax, and have fun.
Read below how to watch, match times, and what you should know about Williams’ return to Wimbledon.
Where to watch Serena Williams at Wimbledon
Serena Williams’ first round match against Maya Joint is shown on ESPN in the US.
Viewers can also stream Wimbledon coverage through the ESPN app, and court-specific streams are available through ESPN Unlimited. Access to ESPN is also available through dedicated live TV streaming services that carry the network.
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Outside of the United States, the use of Wimbledon varies by country. In the UK, matches are available across the BBC, including BBC One, BBC Two, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Sport. International viewers can check the official Wimbledon TV coverage guide for the broadcaster in their region.
What time does Serena Williams play Wimbledon?
Williams is scheduled to play Maya Joint on Tuesday, June 30, as the third match on Center Court.
Center Court play will begin at 8:30 am ET with Taylor Townsend vs. Iga Świątek, followed by Alexander Blockx vs. Alexander Zverev. Williams vs. Joint will begin after those two matches are completed, so the exact start time depends on how long the previous matches run.
As of now, the match is slated for noon ET, but Wimbledon’s schedule can change quickly.
Who does Serena Williams play with?
Williams will face Maya Joint, a 20-year-old Australian player who turned pro in 2021.
Together they are part of a younger generation that grew up watching Williams dominate tennis, which adds a distinct layer to the match. For Williams, it is a return to the court where he has made history. Together, it’s a first round match that suddenly became one of the most watched tournaments. There is no pressure.
When was Serena Williams’ last singles match?
Williams’ last singles match came at the 2022 US Open, where she lost to Ajla Tomljanović in the third round.
Her last Wimbledon singles match came earlier that year, when she lost to Harmony Tan in the first round. Since then, Williams has had a second child, expanded her business career, and largely transitioned into a post-tennis role before making a comeback.
How many times has Serena Williams won Wimbledon?
Williams has won seven Wimbledon titles, with victories in 2002, 2003, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016.
She has also won six Wimbledon women’s doubles titles with her sister Venus Williams. The sisters are expected to reunite for a double at Wimbledon later this week.
