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Maya Joint says 'I had the belief' to beat Serena Williams at Wimbledon
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk Ken Maguire, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
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Key points Maya Joint, 20, had expressed a desire to play against Serena Williams. For more information about Maya Joint and her encounter with Serena Williams, readers can visit the KPRC 2 website or Click2Houston.
A local tennis player has made headlines after being matched against a prominent opponent. Maya Joint, 20, had expressed a desire to play against Serena Williams. This wish came true when Joint was scheduled to meet Williams in the first round of Wimbledon.
Joint had confidence in her ability to compete against the tennis icon. Further details about the match and Joint's experience are available from the source.
For more information about Maya Joint and her encounter with Serena Williams, readers can visit the KPRC 2 website or Click2Houston.
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Category: local Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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