Overview
- The International Tennis Integrity Agency moved Williams off the retired list on Feb. 22, confirming her eligibility under the six‑month testing rule.
- Indian Wells organizers say they have received no indication she will enter next month’s event, even as the tournament finalizes remaining wildcards.
- Venus Williams has a singles wildcard for Indian Wells and is set to play doubles with Leylah Fernandez, separate from any plans Serena may make.
- Serena has publicly denied a comeback and later offered a noncommittal TV response, saying she will see what happens.
- Former coach Rick Macci says he is 100% certain she will return and reports intensive training with multiple sparring partners, while other voices caution that years away from competition could affect match sharpness.