Serena Williams Criticizes Anti-Doping Policy Ahead of Wimbledon

Serena Williams, the 44-year-old American tennis player, expressed her frustration over the sport’s anti-doping policy ahead of her return to the game. At a press conference on June 28, she criticized the new rules.

Williams stated that it is “grueling” and “unprofessional,” adding that certain aspects should not count as missed tests if she wants to go outside her window. She also mentioned that these rules were a significant factor in her decision to step away from competitive tennis in 2022.

The US Open winner admitted that the stringent drug test regulations made it difficult for her to balance her busy life, which includes running a company and traveling worldwide with her two daughters.