World number nine Danielle Collins has officially confirmed she will return to tennis in 2025, postponing her previously announced retirement at the end of the 2024 season. The 30-year-old American, known for her fierce competitiveness on the court, has been navigating ongoing health challenges, including endometriosis, which has impacted her journey towards starting a family.
Collins addressed her fans directly on Instagram, sharing an update on her current situation:
While I was very excited and eager to wrap up my tennis career on a high note this year and jump headfirst into my next chapter of life, things have not gone as planned.