The All England Club granted a doubles wild‑card to Serena and Venus Williams sisters for Wimbledon, reviving their partnership less than two weeks before the tournament opens. Serena, 44, returned to competition after a four‑year hiatus, while Venus, 46, has played intermittently. Together they hold 14 Grand Slam doubles titles, including six Wimbledon crowns. Their entry boosts viewership and adds star power to the doubles draw.

Their first Wimbledon doubles wins in 2000 and 2002 also arrived via wild‑cards, underscoring the club’s history of rewarding the duo. Serena clinched a doubles victory with Victoria Mboko at Queen’s Club last week, then withdrew after Mboko’s knee injury. The sisters last teamed up at the 2022 US Open, exiting in the opening round. Their experience may sway close matches against younger pairs today.

A women’s singles wild‑card remains unfilled, leaving open the possibility of Serena’s return to singles. French Open finalist Maja Chwalinska secured a singles slot, alongside six British players. In the men’s draw, Stan Wawrinka, Grigor Dimitrov and four Britons earned wild‑cards, while Alexander Bublik paired with Nick Kyrgios in doubles. The field now reflects a blend of legends and emerging talent.