Serena Williams reveals her kids’ priceless reaction to comeback win after long hiatus

Serena Williams reveals her kids’ priceless reaction to comeback win after long hiatus, but the response she received at home was far different from the reception she earned on court. After nearly four years away from competitive tennis, the 23-time Grand Slam champion returned to action at Queen’s Club and immediately reminded fans why she remains one of the sport’s most captivating figures.The 44-year-old teamed up with 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko and secured a straight-sets victory over third seeds Erin Routliffe and Nicole Melichar-Martinez. It marked Williams’ first competitive win in 1,376 days, a milestone that drew attention across the tennis world. Yet while spectators celebrated her return, her daughters appeared far more interested in everyday matters than their mother's latest achievement.Serena Williams has been open about wanting her daughters, Olympia and Adira, to see her compete. Both children were in attendance at Queen’s Club as she returned to professional tennis after a lengthy absence.Following the match, Williams revealed that her comeback victory did not exactly become the main topic of conversation at home.“Adira (two) wanted to go to the toy store, and Olympia (eight) wanted to know what was for dinner…”While fans focused on the significance of her return, her children were focused on being kids.Williams later joked about the decision to return to competition in the first place.“I had nothing better to do.“I got tired of sitting at home. My kids are out of school for the summer, so why not?”The performance itself offered plenty of encouraging signs. Although Williams admitted she would give herself a "C-minus" grade, her serve remained a major weapon. She regularly exceeded 100 mph and touched 120 mph during the contest. There were flashes of the vintage Serena that dominated tennis for decades, particularly during key moments of the opening set tiebreak.Mboko also played a significant role in the victory, and Williams was quick to acknowledge her young partner's contribution.“It was so fun! I had so much fun playing with Vicky,” Williams said. “She really was able to hold up the team and really play big on the big points, I could really rely on her.”Queen’s Club had not hosted women's professional tennis for more than five decades before welcoming WTA competition back last year. For Williams, finally competing at the iconic venue felt special.“I never got to play here, it was always just the men,” Williams remarked during her on-court interview.A cheer from the crowd followed, prompting an immediate response from the American.“No yay!”The crowd laughed, and Williams quickly added context.“But it feels really special to play at a place so iconic that I saw so many of my friends win and do well in and just watch so many great matches, so it's kind of cool.”Whether this comeback extends to Wimbledon remains uncertain. Williams said she is taking a measured approach as wildcard decisions approach.“Like I said the other day, it's just a day at a time. I still have a little time to decide, and they have been great about giving me that space and time to decide.”After 1,376 days away, Serena Williams returned with a win, a smile.