Holding career Golden Slams in singles and doubles, Williams be back in action next week after an extended layoff What's happening? Serena Williams, 44, arguably the greatest women's tennis player of all-time, will return to the court for the first time since the 2022 US Open next week. Williams has been confirmed as a participant in the 2026 HSBC Championships hosted at The Queen's Club in West Kingston, London, England, after spending the last four years away from the game.