Madison Keys predicts Serena Williams could win Wimbledon. Keys made this bold statement on 'The Player's Box Podcast'.
What happened?
Madison Keys recently secured her place in the quarterfinal of the Lexus Open with a dominant 6-0, 6-1 win over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro.
Why it matters for Madison Keys
Keys is set to face McCartney Kessler for a spot in the semifinals, while Jessica Pegula enjoyed an impressive run to the final at the Berlin Open.
Serena Williams returned to professional tennis in June after almost four years away from the sport. She has been awarded a Wimbledon doubles wildcard and will partner with her sister, Venus Williams.
What comes next?
Williams recently competed in the Berlin Open doubles event alongside Karolina Muchova, but the pair suffered a first-round defeat to Erin Routliffe and Gillian Olmos.
Williams credited her sister, Venus Williams, for inspiring her comeback. She also pointed to the return of 41-year-old American skier Lindsey Vonn as motivation.
Madison Keys and Jessica Pegula shared their takes on Serena Williams' comeback to Wimbledon. Pegula said it's "pretty crazy" that Williams is back, but Keys believes Williams could win the tournament.
Serena Williams' elder daughter, Olympia Ohanian, motivated her to team up with Venus for the Wimbledon Championships. Williams said her daughter told her to play with Venus, and she decided to give it a try.
The Wimbledon Championships will feature Serena Williams' return to professional tennis. Madison Keys will continue to compete in the Lexus Open, seeking a spot in the semifinals.
Williams' return to tennis has been highly anticipated. Her partnership with Venus Williams in the Wimbledon doubles event is expected to be a highlight of the tournament.
Madison Keys' prediction of Serena Williams' potential win at Wimbledon has sparked interest in the tennis community. Keys' own performance in the Lexus Open will be closely watched as she seeks to advance to the semifinals.