Former world number three Milos Raonic announced his retirement from professional tennis on Monday, bringing to a close a career that included eight ATP titles and historic milestones for Canadian tennis, reports AFP.
The 35-year-old big-serving player, the first Canadian man to reach a Grand Slam singles final, has not competed in over a year due to persistent injuries. Raonic said on social media that it was the right time to step away.
“This is a moment you know will come one day, but somehow you never feel ready for it,” he wrote. “This is as ready as I will ever be. I have been the luckiest person to get to live out and fulfil my dreams.”
Raonic’s best season came in 2016, when he reached the Wimbledon final after defeating Roger Federer in the semifinals, before losing to Andy Murray in the championship match. He also reached the Australian Open semifinals and the ATP Finals that year, finishing the season ranked world number three.
He last competed at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, leaving behind a legacy as one of Canada’s most successful and influential tennis players.
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