Serena Williams plays down potential singles return before doubles at Queen’s

Serena Williams has returned to professional tennis for doubles play at Queen’s Club, stating that she is playing for fun rather than to prove her competitive status. She remains uncertain about a return to singles competition, emphasizing her desire to play for her children.
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The return of a legendary athlete highlights the evolving intersection of professional sports, motherhood, and personal legacy.
Serena Williams said she will ‘probably need to train a little bit more if I want to play singles’. Photograph: Ella Ling/Shutterstock View image in fullscreen Serena Williams said she will ‘probably need to train a little bit more if I want to play singles’. Photograph: Ella Ling/Shutterstock Serena Williams Serena Williams plays down potential singles return before doubles at Queen’s Williams, 44, returns to tennis for first time since 2022
The article is a straightforward sports profile based on quotes and public statements.
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