Williams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
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"I think we have to assume that she's coming back because she feels she's in a position where she can make an impact immediately in women's tennis."
— Lindsay Davenport , Athlete
Key People
Angelique Kerber is a three-time Grand Slam champion who made a comeback after having a baby.
Aryna Sabalenka is a Belarusian tennis player who was defeated by Andreeva in the quarterfinals at Roland Garros.
Iga Swiatek is a prominent Polish tennis player and former Australian Open junior doubles finalist.
Former world number one tennis player who returned from retirement.
Lindsay Davenport is a former world number one tennis player.
Serena Williams is a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion returning to competitive tennis.
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Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.
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