US Open 2026 results: Serena and Venus Williams prove they can still compete in Grand Slam doubles
Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams made a highly anticipated return to Grand Slam doubles at the US Open. Despite a narrow loss to Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint, the sisters demonstrated they remain competitive at the highest level.
Why it matters
The match highlights the enduring cultural impact and competitive spirit of the Williams sisters, even years after their prime.
Figure caption, Venus and Serena exit the US Open after losing to Chan and Joint
BBC Sport tennis news reporter Published 5 September 2026, 05:09 BST Rarely has a women's doubles first-round match headlined the US Open night session - but the Williams sisters are like no other pairing.
Serena and Venus Williams might have a combined age of 90, but their star remains undimmed. As does their ability to compete at the highest level when they are in tandem.
Even though the superstar siblings - aged 44 and 46 - lost on their highly anticipated Grand Slam return, their performance in a narrow defeat by 14th seeds Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint led to an entertaining night in New York.
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