Venus Williams wishes sister Serena would come out of retirement to join her in competition

Tennis legend Venus Williams has opened up about her desire to see her younger sister, Serena Williams, return to professional tennis. The seven-time Grand Slam champion admitted she often wishes Serena would come out of retirement and join her on tour once again, reigniting one of the sport’s most iconic sibling partnerships.

Serena, who officially retired after the 2022 US Open, has since embraced life off the court, focusing on family and business ventures. However, for Venus, the longing to share the competitive stage with her sister has not faded. Speaking in a recent interview, Venus revealed that although she supports Serena’s decision, she often envisions them playing doubles together or even competing in the same tournaments once more.

“It’s tough not having her out there,” Venus said. “We spent our entire lives competing together, traveling together. Sometimes I catch myself wishing she’d pick up the racket again, even just for one more doubles match.”

The Williams sisters, widely regarded as the greatest sibling duo in tennis history, have achieved legendary status with a combined total of 30 Grand Slam singles titles. Together, they dominated the doubles circuit, capturing 14 Grand Slam doubles titles and three Olympic gold medals.

Venus, now in her 40s, continues to compete, albeit with a reduced schedule due to injuries and selective tournament appearances. Despite the physical challenges, her passion for the game remains as fierce as ever. The idea of a Serena comeback, even in a limited capacity, is a dream that keeps Venus motivated during her solo journey on the tour.

While Serena has expressed contentment with her post-retirement life, including raising her children and managing business ventures, fans still hope for a possible exhibition or farewell doubles match featuring the Williams sisters. Their on-court chemistry, iconic presence, and unmatched legacy would undoubtedly draw massive attention.

For now, Venus continues to carry the Williams flag on tour, but the door remains slightly open in fans’ imaginations for a fairytale reunion. Whether or not Serena ever returns for one final match, the impact of their combined careers has left an indelible mark on tennis history.

Venus’ heartfelt wish is a sentiment shared by millions around the world who would love to see the sisters grace the court together one more time.