The news from her press conference had already made it clear what was about to happen: Grabine Muguruza has officially retired from tennis.
The very strong and beautiful Spanish tennis player had called a press conference for this afternoon, in which she would explain her important decision. A decision that does not come unexpectedly, considering what has happened in recent months.
BREAKING:
Garbiñe Muguruza announces her retirement from professional tennis.
Two-time Grand Slam Champion.
A legendary ambassador for Spanish tennis.
You will be missed. 🥹 pic.twitter.com/oPDQRLjfOl
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) April 20, 2024
Garbine had decided to take a break from tennis in February 2023 and, now, after 14 months away from the courts, Garbine has said goodbye to tennis.
Garbine Muguruza has officially announced her retirement from tennis pic.twitter.com/P2kMVHj6OD
— Mario Boccardi (@marioboc17) April 20, 2024
In her career she has won 10 titles, including the Roland Garros 2016 and Wimbledon 2017 (beating Serena and Venus Williams, respectively), as well as the 2021 WTA Finals, losing the 2015 Wimbledon final to Serena and the 2020 Australian Open final to Sofia Kenin
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Garbine Muguruza announces her retirement. Her last match was in January…