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Tennis has moved on but Serena devotion at sporting vigil is still at a high

Williams’s comeback at Wimbledon elicits disbelief and reverence among fans during her defeat by Maya Joint

Tennis has moved on but Serena devotion at sporting vigil is still at a high

TL;DR

  • Serena Williams returned to Wimbledon after a four-year absence, a period considered near-terminal in professional sports.
  • Her return evoked a sense of disbelief and reverence among fans, with some holding up old photos of her.
  • The game has significantly evolved, with opponents like Maya Joint born long after Williams had achieved major success.
  • Williams showed familiar skills and competitive spirit, saving match points during her match.
  • Her comeback was seen not as a vanity exercise but as a purpose-driven effort from a legendary competitor.
  • The match highlighted the passage of time and the emotional impact of witnessing a legend's final moments on court.