120mph serves but movement a struggle - how did Williams' return go?
Serena Williams loses on her singles return to Wimbledon - but what can we expect next from the tennis legend?
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Notable Quotes
"What we saw is two people playing very good tennis and Maya being able to handle the pace of Serena."
— Pat Cash , Athlete
"Something Williams' coaching team have been trying to point out to her is her breathing."
— Laura Robson , Athlete
"She was a little unlucky to come up against such a bright talent in Joint who lived up to it, and almost outplayed her at the back of the court and was so mentally strong."
— Annabel Croft , Athlete
Key People
Annabel Croft is a former British number one tennis player and commentator.
Former British tennis player who competed professionally.
Maya Joint is a professional tennis player scheduled to compete against Serena Williams.
Pat Cash is a former Wimbledon champion and tennis commentator.
Serena Williams is a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion returning to competitive tennis.
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Serena Williams loses on her singles return to Wimbledon - but what can we expect next from the tennis legend?
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