India, Aug. 26 -- Novak Djokovic reignited the buzz around Serena Williams' return to action after reaching the second round of the 2025 US Open. The Serb threw an open challenge to Serena, who ended her career at the home Grand Slam in 2022, to make a comeback on the circuit.

Heading into the 2025 US Open, there had already been plenty of speculation about Serena returning and partnering her sister Venus. Just a fortnight ago, Rick Macci - who coached the Williams sisters in their teenage years after they moved to Florida - sparked rumours of a US Open reunion. "Asked if Serena will play doubles with Vee at the Open. My gut is probably, because at the end of the day, Serena can still play even though she has been away," Macci posted on ...