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Former Doubles No. 1 Joe Salisbury Takes Mental-Health Break, Eyes Return No Earlier Than April

Escalating anxiety symptoms left him dreading tournaments, prompting the decision.

Overview

  • The 33-year-old Briton detailed heart palpitations, body tremors, stomach sickness, poor sleep and appetite, and a persistent feeling of dread in a BBC interview.
  • Ranked No. 10, he and Neal Skupski finished runners-up at the French Open, the U.S. Open and last week's ATP Finals in Turin.
  • He said the issues intensified through 2025 and that competing remained possible but emotionally draining and less enjoyable.
  • During the layoff, he plans a Kenya safari and a skiing trip, while Skupski will pair with American Christian Harrison from January.
  • Coverage differs on his career tally, with some outlets calling him a six-time doubles major winner and others describing four men's doubles Grand Slam titles.