India’s legendary tennis player Rohan Bopanna has announced his retirement from professional tennis.
Indian tennis icon Rohan Bopanna announces retirement from pro circuit: India’s star tennis player Rohan Bopanna has announced his retirement from professional tennis after a 22-year illustrious career. His last match was at the Paris Masters 1000, where he played doubles with Alexander Bublik. Earlier this year, Bopanna made history by becoming the oldest Grand Slam doubles winner and the oldest world No. 1. Rohan Bopanna announced his retirement in an emotional post on social media.
Bopanna shared, as quoted by the press release from the player’s media team, “How do you bid farewell to something that gave your life its meaning? After 20 unforgettable years on tour, it’s time… I’m officially hanging up my racquet. From chopping wood in Coorg to strengthen my serve, to standing under the lights of the biggest arenas in the world, it feels surreal. Representing India has been the greatest honour of my life, and every time I stepped on court, I played for that flag, that feeling, that pride.”
Earlier this year, Bopanna became the oldest man in tennis history to win a Grand Slam title and the oldest World No. 1 doubles player, milestones that stand as symbols of his longevity and love for the sport. He also represented India with distinction at the Olympic Games, finishing fourth at the Rio 2016 Olympics alongside Sania Mirza, and has been a cornerstone of the Davis Cup team for over 20 years, the press release added.
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