Serena Williams Tennis Bombshell Comes After Controversial Super Bowl Ad

Serena Williams is set to return to professional tennis following her reinstatement by the International Tennis Integrity Agency on February 22, 2026. This move follows her completion of a mandatory six-month waiting period after re-entering the anti-doping testing pool.

Tennis reporter Ben Rothenberg confirmed Williams' return, sharing her name on the reinstatement list via his Bounces blog. The announcement came a day after Williams appeared in a Super Bowl commercial for the weight loss company Ro, where she shared her positive experience with the brand.

In the ad, Williams spoke about her weight loss journey with Ro, emphasizing how the program helped her feel stronger and healthier. She expressed excitement about sharing her positive experience with a wider audience during the Super Bowl.

Williams has previously discussed her use of GLP-1 and her struggles with weight loss in interviews. The World Anti-Doping Agency is currently monitoring GLP-1s and their effects on athletes, which could impact Williams' return to tennis.

Despite speculation about her return, Williams has denied any immediate plans for a comeback, emphasizing that she is focused on enjoying her life at the moment. Her status in professional tennis and potential use of weight-loss drugs continue to generate interest and speculation.