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Eyes have been one of the best tennis players to play the game, as Serena Williams has the chance at a possible comeback to the professional sport. Williams has recently been listed by the sport’s drug testing organization as eligible to return to competition on Feb.

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Serena Williams Set to Be Eligible for Return to Professional Tennis

For the first time since her retirement at the 2022 US Open, Serena Williams is closer than ever to a potential return to the WTA Tour. The 23-time Grand Slam champion is now officially less than two weeks away from being cleared to compete again.

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The 'Men's Australian Open champions' quiz

Can you name every Men's Australian Open tennis champion in the Open Era beginning in 1969?

The 'Men's singles U.S. Open champions' quiz

The 'Men's singles French Open champions' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

Tennis News / Serve on SI / February 9

Holger Rune Reacts to Serena Williams' Super Bowl Commercial

Tennis fans have closely followed Holger Rune's incredible journey back from a torn Achilles tendon suffered in October 2025. Rune took a break from his rapid recovery to weigh in on a debate that has transcended tennis.

Tennis News / HITC / February 9

41-year-old reaches Serena and Venus Williams landmark following Qatar Open victory

Vera Zvonareva has etched her name into the history books. The former world number two, now 41, made her return to professional tennis last December following a break of over a year, marking the occasion with a victory at a W100 event in Dubai.

Tennis News / HITC / February 5

How Iga Swiatek compares to Serena Williams at the same age

Iga Swiatek may be caught off guard by how closely she stacks up against Serena Williams at the same stage of their careers. Leading into the Australian Open, Swiatek had lost two matches in a row, something she hadn’t dealt with before.

Tennis News / HITC / February 4

Serena Williams’ former coach clear on whether women should play five sets at Grand Slams

Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley has raised eyebrows with his announcement of plans to introduce five-set matches for women at the Australian Open, reigniting a longstanding debate.

New England Patriots News / HITC / February 3

Drake Maye names Serena Williams and Caitlin Clark when asked unexpected NFL question

Drake Maye was put on the spot with a fun question that quickly crossed sporting boundaries ahead of Super Bowl IX. Asked which female athlete he would like to receive a touchdown pass from, the Patriots quarterback offered an eye-catching answer.

Tennis News / HITC / February 1

Serena Williams’ former coach names the ‘strongest competitor’ in tennis history

Tennis has witnessed countless phenomenal athletes over the years, a trend that continued at this year’s Australian Open. Several veterans and young stars went head-to-head at the Grand Slam, even with the soaring heat in Melbourne.

Tennis News / HITC / January 31

Lindsay Davenport puts a percentage on Serena Williams’ chances of returning to tennis this year

Speculation about Serena Williams’ return to tennis has been building ever since she re-entered the drug testing pool late in 2025. The American stepped away from the game in 2022 after a remarkable career that included 23 Grand Slam titles.

Tennis News / HITC / January 31

Elena Rybakina breaks Serena Williams’ WTA record after Australian Open triumph

Elena Rybakina has claimed her second Grand Slam title, beating Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final. Rybakina was dominant throughout the tournament, losing just one set and serving consistently well in Melbourne.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 30

Is the Queen Returning to Court? Why Serena Williams Just Refused to Rule Out a Comeback

Just when the tennis world thought it had fully turned the page on its golden era, the greatest of all time decided to add a little suspense to the narrative.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Serena Williams’ ex-coach suggests how she’d get on if she played doubles with Venus now

Serena Williams continues to attract attention in the tennis world despite retiring from the sport in 2022. Williams called time on her glittering career as a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, having also lost 10 finals.

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Tennis News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Aryna Sabalenka Reacts to Serena Williams Possibly Returning From Retirement

With 23 Grand Slam singles titles and more than six years spent at the top of the women’s tennis ranking, Serena Williams dominated the sport like few others.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / January 29

Serena Williams declines to shut down comeback rumors

Serena Williams is not ready to say she's returning to professional tennis. Or that she has played her final match. In an interview on "Today" on Wednesday, the 44-year-old icon would not commit either way.

Tennis News / HITC / January 29

Aryna Sabalenka reacts to Serena Williams comeback speculation

Aryna Sabalenka is continuing to build her legacy with another strong showing at the Australian Open. Sabalenka appeared in control throughout, handling Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-3 on Rod Laver Arena.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / January 29

Serena Williams Steps In To Defend Coco Gauff: Why Passion in Sports Still Matters

Tennis has always been a game of razor-thin margins and high emotions. But when a legend like Williams speaks up about a controversial moment, the whole world tends to listen.

Tennis News / BBC Sport / January 29

Serena Williams refuses to rule out tennis comeback

Serena Williams refuses to rule out returning to professional tennis after recently filing the necessary paperwork.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

'Passion, caring, matters': Serena Williams backs Coco Gauff after Australian Open exit

Coco Gauff crashed out of the 2026 Australian Open in the quarterfinals after delivering one of the worst performances of her career, suffering a one-sided 6-1 6-2 defeat to Elina Svitolina.

The 'Women's singles U.S. Open tennis champions' quiz

Tennis News / Tennis on ClutchPoints / January 18

Venus Williams makes brutally honest admission after historic Australian Open loss

Venus Williams’ return to the Australian Open ended in a first-round loss Sunday, but the seven-time major champion left Melbourne Park focused on progress rather than the result after making history in the women’s singles draw.

Tennis News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

Serena Williams Shuts Down Comeback Rumors

Tennis icon Serena Williams has submitted the required documents for a potential return to the sport, but later clarified that she is “not coming back” to tennis.

Tennis News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2

Serena Williams sparks comeback rumors with her latest move

Serena Williams sparked speculation about a potential tennis comeback with her latest move. Williams notified the International Tennis Integrity Agency that she is re-entering the International Registered Testing Pool, which is required for her to return to active play.

Tennis News / Field Level Media / December 2

Serena Williams, 44, takes step toward possible return

Former World No. 1 Serena Williams took a major step toward a potential return to professional tennis by recently re-entering the anti-doping testing pool, The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Tennis News / Yardbarker / October 10

Gauff surpasses Williams sisters feat with Wuhan victory

Coco Gauff surpasses Serena Williams, Venus Williams feat with Wuhan victory

Gauff grew up idolizing Serena Williams and Venus Williams and credited the legendary sisters for inspiring her journey after winning her first major title in 2023.

Aryna Sabalenka continues winning ways at Wuhan

Jessica Pegula completes impressive feat with Wuhan victory

The 'Women's singles French Open champions' quiz

Tennis News / TennisUpToDate.com / October 2

'I was bad': Serena Williams shares early career insecurities in rare admission

Former world number one Serena Williams has opened up about insecurities she had in her early career. The 44-year-old is regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of women’s tennis after having won as many as 23 Grand Slam titles in her career.

Tennis News / Total Apex Sports / September 27

Serena Williams’ Cotton Controversy: A Masterclass in Internet Drama

You’ve got to love the internet. One minute you’re scrolling through cat videos, and the next, you’re deep in a debate about the interior design choices of a tennis legend.