Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return

Serena Williams lost a doubles match in Berlin following her recent announcement of a return to professional tennis. She confirmed her participation in Wimbledon but clarified she is not yet ready for singles competition.
Why it matters
Williams's return to the sport is a major cultural and sports event, drawing significant media attention to her physical readiness and future career plans.
BERLIN, Germany (AFP) — Serena Williams suffered a straight sets defeat in the Berlin Open doubles on Tuesday, hours after the confirmation of her return to Wimbledon to play alongside her older sister Venus.
The article is a straightforward sports report detailing match results and athlete quotes.
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