Serena Williams made an emotional return to Wimbledon, with her family proudly supporting her from the stands. The 44-year-old tennis legend competed against Australia’s Maya Joint in a first-round Ladies’ Singles match on Tuesday (June 30) in London, marking her first singles appearance at Wimbledon in nearly four years.

In the crowd cheering her on were her husband Alexis Ohanian and their two daughters, Olympia (8) and Adira (2), making it a true family moment. Serena’s sister Venus Williams was also present in her player’s box, as the two prepare to team up again for the doubles tournament later in the competition. The strong family presence highlighted just how meaningful this comeback is for the Williams family.

Speaking about her comeback, Serena admitted she had questioned whether she should return but ultimately decided to embrace the opportunity. She reflected on how rare it is to compete at this level and said she wanted to take the chance to showcase what she does best. Her return to Wimbledon has been seen as both a personal milestone and a celebrated moment for fans watching around the world.