Williams sisters lose US Open doubles return
Serena and Venus Williams lost to Hao-Ching Chan and Maya Joint in a deciding tiebreaker in the first round of the US Open women’s doubles. It was the sisters’ first appearance together at the tournament in four years. Their three-set defeat ended a closely watched return for two of the sport’s most decorated siblings.
Why it matters
The loss ends a notable reunion at the tournament where both sisters built much of their legacy.
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Part of the September 5, 2026 brief.