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Jennifer Brady Announces Knee Surgery, Extended Tennis Hiatus

Former world No. 13 to serve as assistant coach at UCLA during recovery period

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Overview

  • Jennifer Brady, the former world No. 13 and 2021 Australian Open runner-up, has announced she will be undergoing knee surgery, leading to another extended break from tennis.
  • Brady's career has been plagued by injuries, forcing her to take a two-year hiatus from tennis between 2021 and 2023.
  • During her recovery, Brady will return to her alma mater, UCLA, to serve as an assistant coach for the women's tennis team.
  • Brady made her comeback in August 2023, showing potential during the US hardcourt swing and at the end of the year.
  • Despite the setbacks, Brady remains optimistic about her future in the sport, expressing gratitude for the support she's received on and off the court.