Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Wimbledon doubles competition alongside her sister Venus Williams due to a right knee injury. The 44-year-old veteran sustained the injury during her singles return last week, prompting her to pull out of the doubles event.

Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, expressed her disappointment on social media, describing the decision to withdraw as "heartbreaking." The injury has forced her to focus on recovery, halting her bid in the doubles tournament.

Venus Williams was set to partner with Serena in the doubles draw, but the withdrawal means the pair will no longer compete together at this year’s Wimbledon. The injury raises questions about Serena’s ability to continue competing at the highest level in the near future.

The Williams sisters have been a prominent doubles team throughout their careers, winning multiple Grand Slam titles together. Serena’s recent comeback had generated significant attention, and this development marks a setback in her efforts to return to professional tennis.