WASHINGTON, July 25 (Xinhua) -- Three-time Rogers Cup champion Serena Williams will return to Montreal for the elite tournament next month after receiving a wildcard, the organizers announced on Tuesday.

"We are, of course, very pleased to be able to announce the participation of Serena Williams as we have awarded her a wild card," said Eugene Lapierre, Tournament Director of Rogers Cup. "After announcing our player list a few weeks ago, we were only missing Serena to complete our dream tournament."

"Serena has impressed everyone with the speed at which she was able to return to a high level of play. She has always been a fighter and she is proving it once again. I know that the fans will be happy to see her in action in Montreal. We are looking forward to welcoming her back."

Williams, who made her comeback from maternity leave in Indian Wells this past March, made an inspiring run to the Wimbledon final, where she was a win away from capturing a record-tying 24th Grand Slam title. She jumped from world No.181 to No.28 as a result.

This year's event will be her first time playing in Montreal since her 2014 run to the semifinals. Enditem