VIDEO: Serena Williams begins preparation ahead of return to hard courts at National Bank Open Toronto

Serena Williams touched down in Toronto recently and the American legend is already on the courts practising for her return to hard courts.

Serena recently made her return to tennis at Wimbledon but she was unable to win her maiden match despite serving for the match. The American will have a chance to secure her first win back in Toronto where she will begin her preparations for the hard courts season. Williams is hoping to get back into shape for the US Open where she will try and win the trophy.

Williams was last in Washington last week practising with sister Venus Williams as she returned to tennis in over a year. Both of them are in the draw of Toronto with Serena getting a very tough one. It should be a very good test though as the goal is the US Open.