Canada's Mboko to Play Doubles with Serena Williams
Canadian tennis player Victoria Mboko will team up with Serena Williams in doubles at the 2026 French Open.
June 10, 2026
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Source: sportsnet.ca
Canadian tennis prospect Victoria Mboko is set to partner with 23-time Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams in women's doubles at the 2026 French Open, according to the tournament's official entry list released on June 8.
Mboko, 19, from Mississauga, Ontario, has been rising through the junior ranks and recently broke into the WTA top 200. Williams, 44, is making a rare doubles appearance at Roland Garros, where she has won three singles titles.
The pair received a wild card entry into the main draw. This marks Mboko's first Grand Slam doubles appearance alongside one of the sport's greatest players.
β Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Victoria Mboko?
Victoria Mboko is a 19-year-old Canadian tennis player from Mississauga, Ontario, who has broken into the WTA top 200.
Why is Serena Williams playing doubles at the French Open?
Serena Williams, 44, is playing doubles at Roland Garros as a wild card entry, partnering with Canadian prospect Victoria Mboko.
When did this doubles partnership get announced?
The partnership was confirmed with the release of the French Open doubles entry list on June 8, 2026.
