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Wimbledon 2026: Serena Williams injures knee and a doubt to play doubles with sister Venus

Serena Williams' knee injury casts doubt on her doubles partnership with sister Venus at Wimbledon 2026.

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📍 How it ended

Serena Williams withdrew from the Wimbledon doubles tournament with her sister Venus following a knee injury. The withdrawal occurred after a singles defeat.

Williams indicated that this was not her Wimbledon goodbye.

Epilogue added 15d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

The injury occurred during her first-round singles match. Coverage emphasizes the emotional impact of the withdrawal, with reports describing Serena as 'heartbroken.' Major outlets including CNN, BBC News, and ESPN are following the story.

What to watch next: Serena's recovery progress and any potential impact on her future tennis plans. Coverage does not yet specify whether Venus Williams will seek a new doubles partner.

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Quick answers

What injury did Serena Williams sustain?

Serena Williams sustained a knee injury.

Who was Serena Williams supposed to play doubles with?

Serena Williams was supposed to play doubles with her sister Venus Williams.

What event did Serena Williams withdraw from?

Serena Williams withdrew from the doubles event at Wimbledon 2026.

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Wimbledon Serena Williams Venus Williams Tennis Sports Injury Doubles Tennis

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