LONDON — Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova plans to retire in a number of months, the Czech participant mentioned Thursday.
The announcement on social media got here a day after Kvitova was granted a wild card for Wimbledon.
“I’m excited and really a lot wanting ahead to soak in the great thing about taking part in The Championships, Wimbledon yet one more time, a spot that holds probably the most cherished reminiscences in my profession,” Kvitova mentioned.
“And whereas I’m not completely certain but what my hardcourt swing within the US will appear like, I’m intending to complete my lively taking part in profession on the US Open in New York later this summer time.”
The 35-year-old Kvitova reached a career-high rating of No. 2 and likewise helped Czechia to 6 trophies within the Fed Cup, which is now often known as the Billie Jean King Cup.
Kvitova final performed at Wimbledon in 2023, and have become a mom for the primary time when her son was born throughout final yr’s match.
Kvitova made her return to the WTA Tour in Austin, Texas, in February after 17 months away from the courtroom and is presently ranked 572nd.
Wimbledon begins June 30.
