Williams sisters edged out in doubles comeback
Serena and Venus Williams made their much-anticipated return to doubles at the Cincinnati Open after four years apart. The American duo faced a tough match against Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns, thrilling a packed crowd. Their last doubles appearance was at the 2022 US Open, which marked Serena's final tournament before stepping away from tennis. Despite their loss, both sisters expressed excitement about reuniting on the court.
Match highlights
- Serena and Venus Williams lost 6-2 1-6 10-8 to Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns at the Cincinnati Open.
- Their previous doubles match together was at the 2022 US Open, Serena's last tournament before her initial retirement.
- Serena played her first match since Wimbledon, while Venus has recently competed in singles and doubles at three hard-court events.
- The sisters shared their enthusiasm about playing together again, with Venus saying, “We give each other so much grace and encouragement.”
- Serena had previously been sidelined by a knee injury that prevented an earlier doubles return with Venus.
