Former Soccer Star Diego Forlán's Pro Tennis Debut Ends in Defeat

The 45-year-old made his professional tennis debut at the Uruguay Open, losing in the first round of the doubles event.

Forlán partnered with Argentine Federico Coria in the ATP Challenger Tour event in Montevideo.
The duo lost 6-1, 6-2 to the Bolivian pair Boris Arias and Federico Zeballos.
Despite the loss, Forlán expressed enjoyment and gratitude for the opportunity to compete.
Forlán, a celebrated former footballer, retired from soccer in 2019 after a distinguished career.
His participation was a one-off event, marking a unique crossover from amateur tennis to the professional circuit.