Dominic Thiem Announces Retirement from Professional Tennis
2020 US Open champion Dominic Thiem will retire at the end of 2024, citing persistent wrist issues and personal considerations.
- Thiem, once ranked No. 3 globally, struggled to regain form after a significant wrist injury in 2021.
- His career highlights include overcoming a two-set deficit to win the 2020 US Open, his only Grand Slam title.
- Thiem cited the physical limitations and a deep personal reflection as key reasons for his decision to retire.
- Despite efforts to return to peak performance, Thiem's ranking fell, with a brief resurgence in 2024.
- Thiem's retirement marks the end of an era for a player known for his powerful gameplay and resilience against tennis greats.