Six days after announcing that the Paris Games would be the final tournament of her career, Germany’s Angelique Kerber lost to Zheng Qinwen 6-7(4) 6-4 7-6(6) in the quarterfinals of the Olympics, marking the end of her illustrious tennis career.
Before the start of the 2024 Olympic Games, the three-time Grand Slam champion revealed her decision to retire, stating, “While this might actually be the right decision, it will never feel that way. Simply because I love the sport with all my heart and I’m thankful for the memories and opportunities it has given me.