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BIZARRE: 2 - What They Never Told You

Why Serena Williams’ Queen’s return has been brought to a premature end

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The Independent UK

Wimbledon announces record 20% prize money increase but players’ dispute continues

Wimbledon has announced the biggest prize-money increase in the history of the Championships, but the rise may not appease the top tennis players

The Guardian - UK

Victoria Mboko ruled out of Wimbledon after injury heartbreak following doubles run with Serena Williams at Queen’s

After featuring at Queen’s alongside Serena Williams, a knee injury suffered in a singles match with Karolina Pliskova has now dashed her hopes of a run at Wimbledon

The Independent UK

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Mboko injury could spell double trouble for Serena

On her return to professional tennis, Serena Williams' campaign at Queen's Club is in jeopardy after her doubles partner was injured while playing singles.

AAP

Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova’s Rivalry and Friendship Highlighted in New Documentary

‘Chris & Martina: The Final Set’ is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival and will drop on Netflix on June 26.

Sports Illustrated

17 Actors Born To Play A Real-Life Person Just Based On Their Insane Resemblance

These doppelgängers look so alike, they've convinced the internet that they are either time-travelers or clones.

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Tennis Still Doesn’t Know How to Handle Alexander Zverev

The German star finally won his first major title at Roland Garros, bringing to light his complicated place in the sport. Plus, the Rafael Nadal documentary, Jannik Sinner’s place in history and more in this week’s mailbag.

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Serena Williams Returns to the Tennis Court After Four Years—With a New Nike Outfit

It's like she never left.

Marie Claire

The moment Serena Williams sparked a gentle tennis comeback into life

The 44-year-old Williams gave herself a ‘C-minus’ as she teamed up with Victoria Mboko to win her first match in four years - but still stunned her 19-year-old partner with a leaping backhand down the line

The Independent UK

Serena Williams Comeback: How the 23-Time Grand Slam Champ Fared in 2026 Debut

Williams returned to competitive tennis for the first time since 2022 on Monday, when she played in the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club.

Sports Illustrated

Serena Williams makes winning return to tennis with victory in Queen’s doubles

Serena Williams marked her comeback at Queen’s with a stellar victory alongside Victoria Mboko as they defeated the third seeds in the women’s doubles to reach the quarter-finals

The Guardian - UK

Serena Williams makes winning return in Queen's Club doubles

LONDON - Serena Williams made a winning return to tennis after four years in retirement as the American legend partnered Victoria Mboko in a first-round doubles victory at the Queen's Club on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Serena Williams revels in ‘fun’ tennis comeback win at Queen’s after first game in four years

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The Independent UK

Serena returns: Williams begins her comeback in doubles at Queen's Club

Serena Williams is back on a professional tennis court

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

‘America’s backyard’ is no stranger to sports but Trump’s UFC spectacle shatters norms

The elaborate setup introduces a ‘blood sport’ to a venue previously known for joyful, family-friendly activities

The Independent UK

Queen’s LIVE: Serena Williams, 44, triumphant on tennis comeback in first match in four years

Williams partnered teenager Victoria Mboko and took down the third seeds Nicole Melichar-Martinez and Erin Routliffe, 7-6 6-2

International Business Times UK

Alexander Zverev's Domestic Abuse Controversy Still Follows Him Despite His Grand Slam Success

Alexander Zverev wins his first Grand Slam at the French Open, but his victory is overshadowed by ongoing domestic abuse allegations, raising questions about athlete conduct and legacy in tennis.

Bangkok Post

Serena Williams to return to tennis in Queen's doubles on Tuesday

LONDON - Serena Williams will take part in her first professional tennis match in nearly four years on Tuesday after organisers confirmed the order of play at London's Queen's Club.

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Evening Standard

When Serena Williams is playing at Queen's today and how to watch legend's comeback

Tennis legend set for sensational return to the lawns in west London

The Economic Times

Alexander Zverev has turned the page with French Open win, says tennis legend Boris Becker

Alexander Zverev has secured his maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open. Tennis legend Boris Becker applauded Zverev's achievement after years of hard work and disappointment. Zverev becomes the first German man to win a Slam in three decades. He has now joined an elite group of German male…

The Independent UK

When is Serena Williams’ tennis comeback? How to watch Queen’s doubles

The legendary American will play her first competitive match in nearly four years alongside Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko

Sports Illustrated

Serena Williams's Return to Tennis Isn't About Winning. It's About Something Much Sweeter

On Sunday, Williams opened up about the rationale behind her decision in her first press conference since her comeback was confirmed.

AAP

'Well, why not?': Serena Williams on comeback at 44

Serena Williams says she doesn't need to win as she prepares to return to tour tennis in doubles at the Queen's Club Championships.

Sports Illustrated

50 Parting Thoughts From the 2026 French Open

Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva left Roland Garros victorious after an unpredictable and strange French Open.

Sports Illustrated

Alexander Zverev Finally Breaks Through With 2026 Roland Garros Title

The German tennis star is no longer the best player never to have won a major after defeating Flavio Cobolli in the French Open final.

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