Serena Williams set to return to competitive tennis at Queen's Club

Serena Williams confirmed her return to tennis on Monday after an absence of nearly four years, with the American great set to compete in women's doubles at Queen's Club next week.

The 44-year-old, who has not played competitively since the 2022 US Open, has been granted a wild card for the London tournament, which starts on June 8.

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion will reportedly play alongside teenage Canadian Victoria Mboko.

Rumours have swirled in recent months that the former world number one was on the verge of a return and Monday's confirmation sent the tennis world into a frenzy.