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Ons Jabeur Steps Away From Tennis to Prioritize Well-Being

Plagued by injuries, asthma-related breathing issues, emotional exhaustion, Jabeur has withdrawn from the Canadian Open with no return date set.

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur reacts as she plays against Bulgaria's Viktoriya Tomova during their Wimbledon encounter. (AFP)
Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - June 30, 2025 Tunisia's Ons Jabeur during her first round match against Bulgaria's Viktoriya Tomova REUTERS/Toby Melville/File Photo
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Overview

  • Jabeur announced an indefinite break from professional tennis, saying she has not felt truly happy on the court for some time.
  • The three-time Grand Slam finalist currently sits at world No. 71, her lowest ranking since January 2020.
  • Her struggles this year included a lingering shoulder injury, leg problems and asthma-related breathing difficulties that led to early exits at Wimbledon and the Australian Open.
  • She cited two years of persistent injuries and emotional exhaustion as the driving factors behind her decision to step back.
  • Jabeur plans to focus on comprehensive mental and physical recovery and has not committed to a timetable for her return.