Serena Williams' daughters see how hard she's working for Wimbledon return
Williams is returning after nearly four years away, with her daughters present as she takes wild-card spots in singles and doubles.
- At 44, Serena Williams accepted wild card invitations for both singles and doubles at Wimbledon, which begins Monday. She will compete alongside her sister Venus after nearly four years away from professional tennis.
- Family appears the primary factor behind her return, with Williams joking that 'it's summer' and 'the kids aren't in school.' Her daughters Olympia, eight, and Adira, almost three, have accompanied her through training and warmup matches.
- Commentator Christopher Eubanks noted Williams' legacy extends beyond records, saying, 'They will forever know as, "Oh, you know, mommy is the GOAT of tennis."' Eubanks observed her family interactions at Queen's Club.
- Williams prepared through doubles warmup matches and displayed a serve near 120 mph. She hinted at training changes on Instagram, joking, 'Rumor has it—I got a new trainer,' while adjusting to grass court demands.
- Eubanks told The Associated Press on Thursday that her comeback is 'more about family,' noting Richard Williams' influence shaped many players. The Williams sisters remain role models for professionals entering their comeback phase.
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