- Serena and Venus Williams were dramatically defeated in the first round of the US Open doubles tournament, losing 6-3 6-7 (6) 7-6 (10-7) to 14th seeds Maya Joint and Chan Hao-ching in a tense match tie-break.
- Making their first appearance together in the US Open doubles since 2022 after receiving a wild card, the legendary sisters played in front of a packed Arthur Ashe Stadium 27 years after winning their initial title.
- The veteran duo held a commanding 5-0 lead in the final-set tie-break, but a late stumble allowed Australian Joint and Chinese Taipei's Chan to mount a remarkable comeback and claim the win.
- Twenty-year-old Joint, who previously defeated Serena in singles at Wimbledon earlier this season, demonstrated impressive composure alongside Chan amid overwhelming support for the American siblings.
- Following the match, ESPN commentator Caroline Wozniacki revealed her belief that 44-year-old Serena Williams is keen to make a return to singles competition next year.
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