Serena Williams: American 23-time Grand Slam winner receives Wimbledon women’s singles wild card

June 21, 2026

Serena Williams has been given the final women’s singles wild card for Wimbledon, setting up a return to singles at the tournament. She had already accepted a doubles wild card with her sister Venus, so she is now set to compete in both draws.

The decision was announced shortly before the tournament, and it marks a major comeback for Williams in singles after several years away from major-level competition. It also means the main draw’s final available women’s singles wild card went to one of the sport’s biggest names.

At 44, Williams is once again part of Wimbledon’s spotlight, with the entry adding extra attention to her return. Sky Sports