Simona Halep (33 years old) made a statement full of sincerity about the moment she decided to retire. Retired from tennis in February 2025, Simona Halep spoke about the moment of retirement and said that she felt „very bad” on the court at the Transylvania Open, the tournament where she retired, so she decided to end her career, according to Spot Media.
“The matches in Abu Dhabi, the pains from the match with Rybakina made me realize that I needed to retire. I couldn’t bear that physical pain again, those emotions that I hadn’t felt for a long time, and I said ‘stop.’ Perhaps that was an important point.
I didn’t decide then, in Abu Dhabi, to stop after the matches in Cluj. I talked to my parents and friends, and I was planning to stop later.
In Cluj, even my parents didn’t know I was going to retire. However, the feeling I had on the court was very bad. I realized that it wasn’t my place anymore and physically, I really can’t do it anymore.
After the match, I went to my parents and told them that I was going to announce my retirement, and they encouraged me and said, ‘OK, if you feel that way, do it.’ And that’s how the retirement went,” stated Simona Halep on Digi Sport.
Simona Halep, born on 27 September 1991 in Constanța, Romania, is one of the most accomplished tennis players in the history of the sport. Renowned for her exceptional agility, powerful groundstrokes, and strategic gameplay, Simona Halep reached the pinnacle of her career by becoming the World No. 1 in the WTA rankings in October 2017. She held this position for a total of 64 weeks, making her one of the longest-reigning top players in tennis history.
Simona Halep’s career is highlighted by her victories in two Grand Slam tournaments. She won her first major title at the French Open in 2018, followed by a remarkable triumph at Wimbledon in 2019, where she defeated Serena Williams in the final. Over the years, she has amassed 24 WTA singles titles, showcasing her consistency and dominance on the court.
Simona Halep’s journey in tennis began at a young age, and her dedication to the sport has been unwavering. She has represented Romania on the global stage, earning admiration for her resilience and sportsmanship. Despite facing challenges, including injuries and setbacks, Halep’s determination has been a defining feature of her career.
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