Williams' Wimbledon Return Crashes to Maya Joint in a Three-Set Thriller
TL;DR
Serena Williams returned to Wimbledon singles after 1,462 days but was edged 6-3, 6-7(6-8), 6-3 by Maya Joint in a dramatic three-set match, saving a match point and earning a standing ovation as Joint claimed her first Wimbledon win.
- Wimbledon 2026 results: Serena Williams beaten by Maya Joint in three sets on singles return BBC
- Serena Williams says Wimbledon singles return 'amazing' despite 3-set loss ESPN
- What to expect from Wimbledon's early rounds and Serena Williams' return NPR
- Serena Williams’ Wimbledon singles comeback ends in a loss on a remarkable Centre Court night The New York Times
- Joint fulfills lifelong dream in besting Serena Williams at Wimbledon WTA Tennis
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