Serena Williams makes Wimbledon return at 44 as family cheers from stands
Serena Williams returned to Wimbledon competition aged 44, supported by her family in the stands. The 23-time Grand Slam champion had been absent from the tournament for several years.
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Serena Williams returned to competition at Wimbledon for the 2026 tournament, marking a comeback at the age of 44. The 23-time Grand Slam champion had not previously competed at the event in recent years.
Her husband Alexis Ohanian and their children were present in the stands to support her. Multiple outlets — including the NY Post and The Sun — reported on his attendance during her return to the grass courts.
What's confirmed / what isn't
Multiple outlets confirm that Serena Williams competed at Wimbledon while her husband, Alexis Ohanian, and their two daughters were present. The specific detail regarding the youngest daughter's departure before play was reported by The Mirror.
Background
Serena Williams is widely considered one of the most successful female tennis players in history, having won 23 Grand Slam titles. Alexis Ohanian is a technology executive and co-founder of the social media platform Reddit.