Serena Williams adds Berlin and Queen’s Club doubles events to comeback schedule

Serena Williams announced that she will compete in doubles at the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club in London and at the Berlin Tennis Open, expanding her return to professional tennis. She will partner Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko at Queen’s Club, while her partner for Berlin has not yet been named. Williams said, “Every tournament I add to my schedule right now feels special, and Berlin is no exception.” The added grass‑court events have intensified speculation that she may also seek a Wimbledon wildcard.

Social media and TV commentary have been mixed. Fans praised her fitness and excitement, while some users questioned whether a comeback at her age would be beneficial for the sport. The discussion reflects both enthusiasm for seeing the former 23‑time Grand Slam champion back on court and concern about the impact on emerging players.