Venus Williams silent on Serena comeback rumors

Questions about a possible return for Serena Williams continue to circulate around the BNP Paribas Open, but Venus Williams is not revealing anything.

After her three-set loss to Diane Parry in Indian Wells, Venus was asked whether fans might see the famous Williams sisters team up again in doubles this season.

Her response was short and direct.

“I think you should definitely ask her that.”

Speculation around Serena’s future has grown after the 23-time Grand Slam champion re-entered the anti-doping testing pool last summer, making her eligible to return to competition. Serena stepped away from tennis in 2022, saying she had “evolved” away from the sport.

While Venus did not confirm anything about a comeback, she has previously spoken about how much she enjoys seeing her sister play.

Speaking last year at the Mubadala Citi DC Open, she said:
“I’m her biggest fan. She can take six months off and she clocks it clean. You can’t teach that kind of talent. She’s just so good.

“The only thing that would make this better is if she was here. We always did everything together, so of course I miss her. But if she comes back, I’m sure she’ll let y’all know.”

Serena herself has remained quiet about a potential return, though she has posted training clips on social media, including recent practice sessions with fellow American Alycia Parks.

For now, the rumors remain just that.