Danielle Collins Embraced by Irish Fans at Paris Olympics
The American tennis player, with Irish heritage, enjoys unexpected support in her final season before retirement.
- Collins' Irish roots have earned her a new fanbase at the Paris Olympics.
- She advanced to the next round after her opponent retired due to injury.
- The 30-year-old plans to retire at the end of the year to start a family.
- Collins is also an avid pin collector, aiming to gather 100 Olympic pins.
- Her Olympic debut is a highlight in her last season on the tour.
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