Serena Williams has withdrawn from the women’s doubles event at Wimbledon following a knee injury sustained during her singles match against Maya Joint. Consequently, the seven-time singles champion will not be partnering with her sister Venus in the doubles competition, with a lucky loser stepping in to replace them. Venus also exited the mixed doubles with Kevin Krawietz in a recent match.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Serena expressed her disappointment at having to pull out of the doubles event, emphasizing her gratitude for the opportunity to compete alongside Venus once again. Despite her efforts to prepare, her knee was not fit for competition, leading to her decision to withdraw.
Acknowledging the support from the tournament director and fans, Serena mentioned the draining of fluid from her knee after the singles match, indicating a positive outlook for her recovery. Earlier, she had conveyed hopefulness about playing doubles with her sister, highlighting the joy of returning to the court and the inspiration for her daughters witnessing her passion for the sport.
Additionally, Serena’s agent, Jill Smoller, confirmed the knee injury and Serena’s dedication to being ready for future matches, despite being excused from media obligations due to the injury. Serena remains focused on her recovery and preparing for upcoming matches at Wimbledon.
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