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Serena Williams will played mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz in her return to the US Open

NEW YORK (AP) — Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed…

Serena Williams will partner with Carlos Alcaraz for her return to the U.S. Open, creating a formidable mixed doubles team. The U.S. Tennis Association granted Williams and Alcaraz a wild card invitation to the tournament, set to commence on Tuesday. This will be Williams' first appearance at the U.S. Open since 2022, following a hiatus since the summer of 2022.

Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, has recently returned to professional tennis this summer. Meanwhile, Alcaraz, who was sidelined since April due to a right wrist injury, announced his intent to defend his U.S. Open singles title.

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