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Laura Robson

Laura Robson

British female tennis player

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  • Jun 1

    Serena Williams Announces Tennis Comeback at 44, to Play Doubles at Queen's Club in London with Victoria Mboko

    The 23-time Grand Slam champion confirms a wild-card doubles entry at the London grass tournament, partnering 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko. Her first match in nearly four years will be next week, with Wimbledon and the US Open potentially on the horizon.

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