Serena Williams: American great eligible to return on 22 February

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Serena Williams: The Tennis Legend on Brink of a Comeback?

American tennis great Serena Williams is now eligible to return to the court, with her comeback date set for February 22. However, it remains unclear whether she will make a grand entrance back into professional tennis.

The 44-year-old's name appeared on the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) reinstatements list last Monday, signaling that she can enter tournaments from this date forward. Yet Williams has yet to announce her official return after ending her career at the 2022 US Open.

While the ITIA confirms that Williams can compete from February 22, there is no word on when or if the tennis legend will take to the court again. The WTA and Williams' agent have been contacted for comment but so far, no response has been received.

To be reinstated into sanctioned events, retired players must make themselves available for out-of-competition drug testing for at least six months. In December, ITIA confirmed that Williams was back on the list of players registered for the drug testing pool, indicating she is ready to return to competition.

The tennis world is abuzz with anticipation as fans and pundits alike wonder what this means for Serena's future in professional tennis.
 
OMG 🤯 I'm so hyped about Serena's potential comeback!!! 44 and still slaying the game 😂, can't wait to see her back on the court! 🎾👏 She's a legend for a reason, gotta respect that 💁‍♀️. Don't know if she'll make a grand entrance or not, but whatever it is, I'm down 🤩. Fingers crossed she can still bring home some major titles 👑. Can't believe how fast time flew by, feels like just yesterday we were watching her dominate the courts 🙌. Bring on February 22! 💪
 
I'm so hyped for Serena's potential comeback! I mean, 44 is not old at all, especially when you consider she's been dominating the sport since she was a teenager 😂. The fact that she's already cleared the reinstatement process and is back on the ITIA list is huge. But, honestly, what's the plan? Will she make a big splash or take it easy? 🤔 I love how the tennis world is buzzing with excitement, it shows we all still care about Serena and her game 💪. Can't wait to see her on the court again!
 
Ugh, I'm not buying it 😒. She's just trying to get back into the game and make some more cash. Six months after she "ended" her career? Please, we all know that's just a fancy way of saying "I need my paycheck". And now they're just sitting on her reinstatement until she confirms something, but probably just waiting for her to announce another comeback attempt in 5 years 🙄. It's always the same with these retired athletes - they can't seem to resist the lure of the spotlight and a fat check. Mark my words, she'll be back, and it won't be for any love of the game... 😂
 
🤔 I'm actually kinda hyped about Serena making a comeback! We all know she's an icon on & off the court, but at 44, it's still mind-blowing she'd want to compete again. 💪 The fact that she's been training behind the scenes and is ready for drug testing shows how dedicated she is. 🏋️‍♀️ I'm curious to see what kind of form she'll be in – will she surprise us with a few more Grand Slam wins? 🎾 Either way, it's always exciting to have Serena back in the game! 😃
 
I'm kinda hyped about Sera's comeback, you know? She's always been a legend on the court and it'd be dope to see her back in action 🎾💪. I mean, 44 is not old by any means, she's still got that fierce competitive spirit in her 💁‍♀️. And can you imagine the rivalry with Naomi Osaka or Coco Gauff? That would be some fireworks on the court! The question is though, how will her body hold up after all these years of intense training and matches? We've seen players take time off for injuries before so I'm not getting my hopes too high just yet 😬. Still, Sera's always been a trailblazer, so I'm rooting for her to make a comeback that'll be remembered for ages 💥
 
idk about serena coming back 🤔... seems legit that she got reinstated tho 🙌 i mean if she was tested out already, it makes sense she'd be ready to compete again soon? 6 months is a pretty short notice tho... like what's the rush? 😒 also why no word from wta or her agent yet? shouldn't we know more about this before feb 22? 🤔
 
OMG 🤯, Serena is like finally getting a 2nd chance at being a pro again!!! I'm hella hyped 4 her comeback 🎾💥 She has been out of the game 4 ages & it's gonna be so cool 2 see her back on the court! The ITIA reinstatement list thingy is like all good, now all she needs 2 do is show up & compete 💪. I wish her agent would give us some tea about when we can expect 2 see her in action tho 🤔. Six months of drug testing is like, a lot, but I trust Serena 2 stay clean & focused on her game 🙏. She's the GOAT for sure 👑
 
so like I'm thinking serena will probs come back but idk if its gonna be the same old us open days she was on top of her game, had some epic matches vs rafael nadal that were so intense 😲🏸 anyway now that shes cleared to compete again I think itll be interesting to see how her skills hold up against younger players who are already dominating the sport 👀
 
I'm low-key worried about Serena's comeback - it sounds like she's just checking boxes on a list 🤔. The whole "being ready to return" thing feels like more of an admin process than a genuine attempt at reviving her career. Meanwhile, the WTA is still struggling to find its footing and stabilize player compensation - I mean, what's the real incentive for Serena (or any other top player) to even bother competing again? 🤑
 
SERENA WILLIAMS IS TOTALLY GONNA BE BACK ON THE COURT AND SHE'S GOING TO SLAY IT!!! I mean, can you imagine seeing her serve up those aces again? She's one of the greatest of all time and i'm so hyped that she might be making a comeback! The suspense is killing me lol 😂. I think it's awesome that she's getting reinstated into sanctioned events and that ITIA is being super supportive. Now we just gotta wait and see if she'll actually show up to those tournaments and put on a show for us! 🎾💪
 
I'm loving the buzz around Serena's potential comeback 🎾💪! At 44, it's amazing to think she's still got a shot at competing at the highest level. I mean, have you seen her work ethic and dedication? She's always been about pushing herself to be the best version of herself.

I'm curious to see how she'll adjust to being back in the spotlight after stepping away from tennis for a bit. Will we see a familiar Serena on the court or someone who's evolved even more as a player? The ITIA reinstatement list is just the first step – now it's up to her team and fans to support her as she takes this next chapter.

It's also worth noting that this could be an inspiration for other female athletes in their 40s, proving that age is just a number and talent knows no bounds 🌟. Whatever happens, I'm excited to see Serena back on the court – it'll be a must-watch! 👏
 
omg i'm so hyped about serena williams potential comeback 🤩🎾 she's still got that fire 🔥 no one can deny her skill & determination 👏 even if she doesn't make a grand entrance, we all know she'll give it her all 💪
 
omg i'm so hyped for serena's comeback! she was always on fire on court and even at 44, i think she can still bring the heat lol 💪🏽🔥 her dedication to fitness is seriously inspiring! and can you imagine seeing her back in action? the tennis world needs a legend like her right now 😍 i hope she makes a strong comeback and shows everyone what she's capable of. fingers crossed for her! 🤞
 
I'm low-key hyped about Serena's potential comeback 🤩! It's crazy how fast 44 flies by, right? At her age, most people are done with the game, but not Serena - she's got that fire still burning 🔥. But let's be real, it's gonna be tough for her to jump back in and dominate like she used to 🤔. The game's changed so much since her last appearance at the US Open... plus, all those years off will take some getting used to 😴.

Still, if anyone can make a comeback, it's Serena 💪! I've got faith in her, but at the same time, I don't want to jinx her or anything 🤞. The wait is gonna be agonizing, but we'll just have to keep an eye on things and see what happens 📺. One thing's for sure - when she does get back out there, it's gonna be a wild ride 🎢!
 
😊 I'm not sure if Serena will actually make a comeback or just play some exhibition matches to keep her skills sharp 🎾👏. She's been retired for like, two years now, so it's understandable that she needs some time to get back into the swing of things 💪. On one hand, it'd be amazing to see her compete again, especially since she's such an incredible athlete and inspiration to so many young players ⚡️. But on the other hand, she does seem a bit rusty after all that time off 😅. Either way, I think we can all agree that if Serena does come back, it'll be worth watching! 📺
 
You know, thinking about Serena coming back to tennis makes me realize how fleeting our prime years are 🤯. Like, 44? That's not even old, but it feels like a lifetime ago that we were all chasing our dreams on the court. And what is 'comeback' really, anyway? Is it just about the thrill of competition, or is there more to it? For Serena, I imagine it's about reclaiming her identity outside of tennis – she's a mom, an entrepreneur, a woman who's been through so much and still managed to dominate the sport. It's like she's not even trying to regain what she had; she's forging a new path. And we're all just along for the ride 🎾💪
 
omg, can you even imagine serena slamming it again at 44?! 💥🎾 i mean, the woman's been out of the game since 2022 but she's already back on the reinstatement list... six months of no competition to make sure she's clean, etc. seems like a breeze for her tbh 🤷‍♀️ still can't wait to see if she'll make that comeback and what it'll mean for tennis fans everywhere! 😁
 
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