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Eugenie Bouchard, a prominent figure in Canadian tennis, has announced her retirement from the sport. The 31-year-old will play her final tournament at the WTA 1000 Canadian Open in Montreal, marking the end of a career that saw her reach t...
Eugenie Bouchard's career reached its zenith in 2014 when she made a remarkable run to the Wimbledon final, losing to Petra Kvitová. That year, she also reached the semifinals of the Australian and French Opens, solidifying her place among the top players in the world. Her breakthrough season also included her only WTA title at the Nuremberg Cup.
However, her career faced setbacks following a concussion sustained at the U.S. Open in 2015. While she continued to represent Canada in international competitions, including the Olympics and the Billie Jean King Cup, she was never able to recapture her peak form. In recent years, Bouchard has also explored pickleball, participating in high-profile events.
Bouchard's impact on Canadian tennis is undeniable. She inspired a new generation of players and raised the profile of the sport in the country. Her Wimbledon final appearance was a historic moment, making her the first Canadian woman in the Open Era to reach a Grand Slam singles final. Her contributions have been recognized by Tennis Canada, with CEO Gavin Ziv acknowledging her profound mark on the sport.
She reached the Wimbledon final in 2014 and also made the semifinals of the Australian and French Opens in the same year. She won her only WTA title at the Nuremberg Cup in 2014 and helped Canada win its first Billie Jean King Cup title in 2023.
Bouchard stated, 'You'll know when it's time. For me, it's now. Ending where it all started: Montreal.'
While focusing on other opportunities, Bouchard has already been active in professional pickleball.
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