Serena Williams plans tennis comeback at age 44
By
Florian Goosmann
Toasted just enough. A reliable bake, gently seasoned.
Summary
Serena Williams, at 44 years old, is planning a return to professional tennis. Journalist Ben Rothenberg discovered she had re-entered the anti-doping test pool in December 2025, requiring her to provide daily availability for testing over six months. While Williams initially denied the news on X, she later hinted at a possible comeback in a TV interview on the Today Show. The article explores her motivations, including why she still isn't ready to quit and the potential role of weight-loss medication in her return.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledDie Ankündigung ihres Comebacks hatte sich Serena Williams wohl anders vorgestellt.
Ein großer Aufwand – und keiner, den man aus Spaß an der Freude auf sich nimmt.
Williams dementierte zwar umgehend auf X, als sie jedoch wenige Wochen später in einem TV-Interview der Today Show auf eine mögliche...
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