Overview
- Ram confirmed late Monday that he will retire from professional tennis after losing the 2026 US Open men’s doubles semifinal with partner Joe Salisbury and posted an emotional Instagram goodbye.
- The Instagram statement thanked fans and family and referenced Ram’s late father while saying “All good things must come to an end,” a line widely quoted in coverage.
- Over 22 years Ram compiled a 511–368 doubles record, won 32 ATP doubles titles, claimed six Grand Slam crowns (four men’s doubles, two mixed) and reached ATP world No. 1.
- Ram and Salisbury produced an era-defining partnership that included three straight US Open men’s doubles titles from 2021–2023 and consecutive ATP Finals trophies, and Salisbury has also recently stepped away from the tour.
- Ram will first be eligible for the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2031, and analysts expect he may move into broadcasting or other tennis roles while his retirement opens space for new U.S. and British doubles pairings.