Serena and Venus Williams knocked out of US Open women's doubles

TAMARA PRENN IN NEW YORK: Serena and Venus Williams were sensationally knocked out of the first round of the women's doubles on Arthur Ashe on Friday evening.

Serena and Venus Williams knocked out of US Open women's doubles

TL;DR

  • Serena and Venus Williams were defeated in the first round of the US Open women's doubles.
  • They held a 5-0 lead in the final 10-point tiebreaker but ultimately lost.
  • Their opponents were Chan and Joint, who won 3-6, 7-6(6), 6-7(7).
  • The match took place on Arthur Ashe stadium.
  • Serena Williams previously competed in singles at Wimbledon, losing to Joint.
  • The sisters received a hero's welcome upon entering the court.
  • Serena Williams wore a jacket listing her US Open singles and doubles title years.
  • The match lasted just over three hours.
  • Venus and Serena showed competitiveness but their wait for a win this year continues.

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