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Fabio Fognini Announces Immediate Retirement After Wimbledon Thriller

Saying his five-set duel with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz was the perfect farewell, the Italian veteran closed out a 21-year career

Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - June 30, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Italy's Fabio Fognini embrace after their first round match REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - June 30, 2025 Italy's Fabio Fognini reacts during his first round match against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq
Jun 30, 2025; Wimbledon, United Kingdom; Fabio Fognini (ITA) waves to the crowd while leaving the court after his match against Carlos Alcaraz (ESP)(not pictured) in what is his final match at Wimbledon on day one of The Championships, Wimbledon 2025 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Fabio Fognini won nine ATP Tour titles including his only Masters 1000 triumph in Monte Carlo in 2019

Overview

  • Fognini confirmed at a press conference on July 9 that he would retire immediately, advancing his original plan to end his career at season’s close.
  • He extended defending champion Carlos Alcaraz to the brink in a 4½-hour, five-set duel, earning a standing ovation on Centre Court.
  • The Italian called the match the “best way to say goodbye” and revealed he cried in the locker room after the contest.
  • Over 21 years, Fognini achieved a career-high ATP ranking of world No.9, won nine singles titles including the Monte Carlo Masters, and claimed a 2015 Australian Open doubles crown.
  • Renowned for his flamboyant flair and fiery temperament, he faced fines and a suspension but secured memorable wins over Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray.