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Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.The seven-time Wimbledon singles champion, who is 44, accepted a wild-card entry to the grass-court Grand Slam, where...
Key takeaway The seven-time Wimbledon singles champion, who is 44, accepted a wild-card entry to the grass-court Grand Slam, where she’ll also compete in doubles with her older sister Venus, who turned 46 last week.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio tennis fans will be watching Wimbledon with heightened interest as Serena Williams makes her singles comeback. While Williams' match against Maya Joint may not have direct local implications, it sparks excitement for the sport in the Alamo City. Local tennis enthusiasts and young players may draw inspiration from Williams' determination to return to competition after nearly four years. The presence of a Michigan-born player like Joint, who represents Australia, also highlights the global nature of tennis and the diverse backgrounds of its athletes. As Williams competes in both singles and doubles with her sister Venus, San Antonio residents may reflect on the city's own tennis programs and facilities, considering how they can support and nurture local talent. The outcome of Williams' match against Joint will be closely followed, and a win could set up intriguing future matchups, potentially against defending champion Iga Swiatek.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.The seven-time Wimbledon singles champion, who is 44, accepted a wild-card entry to the grass-court Grand Slam, where...
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