Angelique Kerber to Retire After Paris Olympics

Three-time Grand Slam champion Angelique Kerber will retire after the Paris Olympics. The 36-year-old German won all majors except the French Open. She will face Naomi Osaka in the opening round. Kerber expressed her love for tennis and gratitude for her career in an Instagram post.

Three-time Grand Slam champion Angelique Kerber announced on Thursday that she will retire following the Paris Olympics. The 36-year-old German has won major titles at every tournament except for the French Open at Roland Garros. Kerber's farewell appearance will take place on these very clay courts after the Paris Games.

Facing four-time major winner Naomi Osaka in the opening round, Kerber took to Instagram to share her feelings, stating, “Before the Olympics begin, I can already say that I will never forget Paris 2024, as it will be my last professional tournament as a tennis player.”

Kerber reflected on her decision, mentioning her enduring love for the sport. She confirmed her retirement on-stage following the Olympic tennis draw. Her career highlights include winning the Australian Open and the US Open in 2016 and Wimbledon in 2018. She described Paris 2024 as the finish line of her incredible journey in tennis.