Junior Wimbledon winner and British Olympic silver medallist Laura Robson retires from tennis at just 28, after a three-year gap since her last match and three rounds of major hip surgery Due to her focusing on her senior career, Robson entered the US Open unseeded. Daniil Medvedev had plenty to say about Stefanos Tsitsipas disrespect towards Andrey Rublev. Robson told Standard Sport: I am just back on court recently, so I dont want to rush it. Favorite city is New York City because "there is constant action going on, fab shopping and excellent restaurants everywhere.". Finalist (2): 2017 - Nottingham (w/Rae); 2013 - Miami (w/Raymond). 5 and 2002 Wimbledon quarterfinalist, Daniela Hantuchov, in the first round but lost despite being a break up in the second set. At the Japan Open in Osaka, she was seeded eighth, the first time in her career she had been seeded at a WTA tournament. [14] She signed with management company Octagon when she was ten,[15] with Adidas at age 11,[16] and also signed a racquet deal with Wilson Sporting Goods. 2013 - First Top 50 season (finishing No.46); QF at Guangzhou; reached 4r once (Wimbledon), 3r three times (incl. I am a positive and a critical thinker who strives to achieve the optimum standard and possibly be the best. At the US Open she became the first female British tennis player to progress to the fourth round of a Grand Slam for 14 years after beating two top 10 players and major champions, Kim Cijsters and Li Na in the opening rounds. [8], After eight months recovering from surgery, Robson returned to tennis on 12 February at the $60k in Shrewsbury, losing to Kathinka von Deichmann, in three sets. Laura Robson unsure about her tennis future after undergoing third hip US Open). Daniil Medvedev had plenty to say about Stefanos Tsitsipas disrespect towards Andrey Rublev. It feels weird to say out loud, but Im done, Im retired. [55] She also received a wildcard for the Rosmalen Open but was beaten by Dominika Cibulkov in the first round. [113] She was then given a wildcard entry to the 2016 US Open qualifying tournament. 27, Robson lifted the junior crown at the grasscourt Grand Slam as a 14-year-old in 2008 and followed up her success with an Olympic medal partnering Andy Murray at London 2012. Friday January 22 2021, 12.01am GMT, The Times. [128], In March, Robson teamed up with Fanny Stollr to win the doubles at the ITF event in Yokohama. "I went through every possibility of rehab and of surgery," Robson told the BBC. Iga Swiatek is the strong favourite to retain the womens crown in Paris. In the first round she shocked second seed Jelena Doki. Why Did Laura Robson Retire From Tennis? - Mastery Wiki Twenty-two-time slam winner is unvaccinated. I feel like Im in the oldies group. Daniil Medvedev handed Novak Djokovic his first defeat of the year and Andrey Rublev claimed his first win over Alexander Zverev. I have the ability to relate to all individuals, enjoy learning new ways of . Matches do not include current week match results. I havent quite mastered the back wall yet, but it is a very social game. [98] Laura moved into the second round faced with the world No. On 16 May 2022, Robson announced her retirement from tennis, aged 28. [124] She reached the second round of the Ilkley $100k event before falling to Maryna Zanevska in three sets. Posting pictures of herself smiling in a red polka dot bikini, the Australia-born star wrote: "Me looking at the London forecast. [12], According to her parents, she began playing tennis "as soon as she could hold a tennis racquet",[13] and after being encouraged by them, she entered a junior tennis academy at age seven. Two years later and the British star was becoming a staple on the WTA Tour. Laura Robson: Former junior Wimbledon champion and Olympic silver medal Just to have that gap between knowing and actually announcing it and then again, another gap between what Im doing now and this time last year, Robson added. Due to rain delay, both quarter- and semifinals were played on the same day. [52] In her second match, she lost to Michalla Krajicek. [96] Robson then made her debut at the Italian Open where she defeated Venus Williams in the first round but subsequently lost to her sister, world No. The 25-year-old left-handed Brit, who made the world's top 30 as a. other three majors) and in qualifying four times; made Top 100 debut on June 25 (after Eastbourne; rose from No.111 to No.97); also won silver medal at Olympics in mixed doubles (w/A.Murray). She received a wildcard for Wimbledon, and faced fourth seed Jelena Jankovi[56] to whom she lost in two sets. British number one Laura Robson is into the third round of Wimbledon for the first time thanks to a comfortable 6-4 6-1 win over Mariana Duque-Marino. [108], After an absence of a year and a half, Robson's first competitive match was at the qualifying draw of the Eastbourne International in June. [9], Robson was born on 21 January 1994 in Melbourne, the third child of Australian parents Andrew, an oil executive with Shell,[10] and Kathy Robson, a sports coach and former professional basketball player. Robson had direct entry to the main draw of the US Open from her WTA ranking, where she defeated Samantha Crawford in the first round. Dynamic duo Robson and Murray made it all the way to the final but would eventually finish runners-up after losing a nail-biting mixed doubles clash against Spains Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez and Tommy Robredo. At the French Open, Robson was the top seed in the junior's competition, but was defeated in round two by Sandra Zaniewska. I think overall Im a much nicer person from going through all of that, said the 28-year-old, who has carved out a new career in TV and radio. At the 2012 Guangzhou Women's Open, Robson became the first British woman since Jo Durie in 1990 to reach a WTA Tour final, where she lost to Hsieh Su-wei. 1, Kostyuk, Gracheva reach ATX Open final in Texas, Jarry advances to face Etcheverry for Chile title, Medvedev tops Rublev for 3rd straight Dubai title, Paul outlasts Fritz to reach Mexican Open final, Jarry, Munar among semifinalists at Chile Open, Volynets stops Stearns to reach first WTA semi, Krejcikova takes down No. The 28-year-old, who made the fourth round at the U.S. Open in 2012 and Wimbledon the following year, had a wrist operation in 2014 ago before three hip surgeries derailed her career. The Rise and Fall of Eugenie Bouchard - Last Word On Tennis However, she got a place in the first round of the main draw as a lucky loser when Slvia Soler Espinosa withdrew, but then lost her first-round match to Anabel Medina Garrigues. Im always around if [players] want to chat about something else, because Wimbledon have a point to get across as well, Robson says. It can engage with people who might find tennis too difficult and thats the beauty of padel. Potapova to reach Austin quarters, Nadal-Alcaraz exhibition canceled with both hurt, Djokovic into Dubai quarters; Rublev advances, Ex-chair ump promoted to US Open tourney ref, Top-seeded Linette ousted in ATX Open 1st round, Berrettini advances in Acapulco; Norrie pulls out, Thiem falls in Chile for third straight loss on clay, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Laura Robson: 'How I look is not important. How I hit the ball is' These cookies allow our website to remember the choices you make (such as your username, your preferred language or where you live) to give you a faster and more personalised experience when browsing. This week Robson went out in the first round, but her performance in a 6-7, 6-4, 6-2 defeat by Germany's Angelique Kerber was arguably her best yet. withdrawing from Australian Open and Roland Garros); returned during grass court season and played four WTA events rest of year - fell 1r twice (Wimbledon and US Open) and in qualifying twice; also played on ITF Circuit. Serena Williams. Former British No 1 Laura Robson has undergone a third hip operation which could spell the end of her tennis career. I think Ive taken my time and not rushed into anything which is better.. [46] In the final round of qualifying, she lost to Maria Elena Camerin. You hear more and more people talking about it. Wimbledon) and in qualifying three times (incl. [40] After beating third seed Laura-Ioana Andrei in the quarterfinals, she also beat fellow Brits Tara Moore and Samantha Vickers in straight sets to win her first ITF title at the age of 14 years and 9 months.[40][41]. In mixed doubles, she won a silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics playing with Andy Murray, with whom she also reached the 2010 Hopman Cup final. To start the Canadian Open in Toronto, Robson was due to play Yanina Wickmayer on 5 August 2013 in her opening match, but had to pull out due to a wrist injury. 2012 - Near-Top 50 season (finishing No.53); runner-up at Guangzhou (l. to Hsieh in final); was first Brit to reach a WTA final since Durie at Newport in 1990 (Watson won Osaka later in fall season); SF at Palermo (l. to Strycova); QF at Osaka; reached 4r once (US Open) and 2r four times (incl. 240, Valentyna Ivakhnenko, for the loss of just one game in the first round, she shocked the No. Robson, who had wrist surgery in 2014 followed by three hip. 75 Caroline Garcia, and won in two tight sets. Laura Robson (born 21 January 1994) is a British former professional tennis player. She started strongly, with straight sets wins over qualifier Jovana Jaki in the first round, and Zheng Saisai in the second round. 1 and eventual champion, Serena Williams, in the second round. [38] Returning to the ITF Circuit, Robson entered as the fifth seed in a $10k event held in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. Tiafoe, advances to Mexican Open semis, 2nd-seeded Cerundolo ousted from Chile Open, Collins rolls past McNally into Austin quarters, USTA sees rise in Hispanic, Black, Asian players, Djokovic still unbeaten in '23, makes Dubai semis, Ghana tennis players furious after shooting in Nigeria, No. [135] Commentator Simon Reed said that she "has every tool she needs",[136] and former Grand Slam champion Pat Cash called her "a special talent" who "seems to have all the attributes to progress". [84], Robson qualified for the main draw of the China Open after defeating Garbie Muguruza and Johanna Larsson and reached the second round but she lost to Lourdes Domnguez Lino in straight sets. She was named WTA Newcomer of the Year for 2012 and reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. She won her first tournament on the ITF Women's Circuit in November 2008. [80] Robson consequently reached the third round of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in her career and joined Serena Williams, Lindsay Davenport, Venus Williams, Amlie Mauresmo and Justine Henin as one of the only six people to beat Clijsters at the US Open championships, and the first player to beat her there since 2003. The 28-year-old will be taking up the role of Tournament Director at the Rothesay Open and also at an additional combined ITF event planned for April 2023. [97], Robson started her US Open Series campaign on 30 July 2013 at the Southern California Open in Carlsbad being drawn against Ayumi Morita, whom she beat having come back from a set down in two hours and 40 minutes. Robson also reached the final in doubles partnering Erin Routliffe. [16] After the tournament, Robson started to train with Gil Reyes, the former trainer of Andre Agassi. The rise and rise of British tennis star Laura Robson 27, Roberta Vinci, in straight sets to reach her first ever WTA quarterfinal. She also made her debut for Great Britain in the formerly known Fed Cup becoming Colour Holder No. 2015 - Missed first five and a half months of season w/left wrist injury (incl. She beat world No. 180, Zuzana Ondrkov, and in the second Julia Grges, the world No. [Murrays] been at the national centre as well so weve seen him a lot and its been amazing to see his progress. [10], Robson's first tournament on the Junior ITF Circuit was in 2007. [83] The result pushed her ranking inside the top 70 for the first time. Born in Australia, at 18 months relocated to Singapore, moved to UK at age 6 . She then qualified for the main draw of the Aegon Classic in Edgbaston, after receiving a wildcard for the qualifying. Kerber, 20, the world No 143, was in the top 70 . Eurosport expert Laura Robson has paid tribute to the British players after what was a "phenomenal Australian Open" with Alfie Hewett clinching a double triumph in the wheelchair singles and doubles. Laura Robson. As a top tennis player, Laura Robson surely enjoys the sporting bragging rights in her family. Novak Djokovic looks to be the hot favourite for a third French Open title. [72] Robson then received a wildcard to enter the main draw of the Swedish Open but lost her first match against Medina Garrigues. She went on to face the 12th seed, Tamaryn Hendler, who she defeated in straight sets. Here she made a reasonable effort in her first round but lost to Magdalna Rybrikov who subsequently went on to reach the quarterfinals of the event. 16/05/22 Robson went on to hold an impressive record for Great Britain in the Fed Cup winning 13 out of 16 rubbers she played. In the first round, she defeated world No. I've sort of known that for a while because of what I was told by the doctors last year, but I think it just took me so long to say it to myself, which is why it took me so long to say it officially. Wimbledon and US Open); fell 1r twice and in qualifying twice. She lost to top-seed Daria Gavrilova, in straight sets. She went from the qualifying draw of the tournament to the quarterfinals,[17] and reached the final of two other tournaments, and won her first title in October. MELBOURNE Laura Robson may have retired from tennis but she remains an extremely busy woman, and is involved in tennis as much as she ever was - even if she is no longer playing. In the same year, Robson also claimed her first ITF title on home soil at the $10k event in Sunderland, where she defeated fellow Brits Tara Moore and Samantha Vickers to be crowned champion. Australian Open and US Open) and 2r eight times; fell 1r nine times (incl. To begin the grass-court season, Robson entered the Birmingham Classic where she was seeded seventh. Robson was selected for the first time in her career to be a member of British Fed Cup team to play in the Europe/Africa Group-1 match at Eilat, Israel, on 14 February 2012. The formation of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), which announced its eight-player committee and 1100-word manifesto on the eve of the Australian Open, will see the established powers of tennis challenged, especially on topics like prize money, and Robson says she is determined to act as a bridge between executives and players. [47], Robson represented Great Britain in the Fed Cup World Group II play-off against Argentina. It gave me a reason to get it out there, which I feel was much needed. The tennis beauty, who earned a silver. The 5-foot-7 inch won her first tournament on the ITF Women's Circuit in November 2008. MELBOURNE Laura Robson may have retired from tennis but she remains an extremely busy woman, and is involved in tennis as much as she ever was - even if she is no longer playing. Get the latest Player Stats on Laura Robson including her videos, highlights, and more at the official Women's Tennis Association website. [102] She then fell in straight sets in the next round to Li Na in the same place they had played last year, where Robson had won. Novak Djokovic has enjoyed a sparkling start to 2023, but his first defeat against Daniil Medvedev answered plenty of questions. [42] She faced former world No. Laura Robson may not return to tennis after latest surgery The 28-year-old will be taking up the role of Tournament Director at the Rothesay Open and also at an additional combined ITF event planned for April 2023. Otherwise, I just couldnt do my job if I kept thinking about oh, could I be playing? I travel a lot with my tennis, still practice a lot, play a lot of . Great Britain had been without grass-court success for so many years in the pre-Andy Murray era that even a junior victory was plastered all over the newspapers and television screens. Robson, who spoke to Tennis365 during Wimbledon about the challenges of coming to terms with retirement from tennis, took part in the Invitational event for ex-players at this years Championships at the All England Club. [88] Robson was also nominated for "WTA Newcomer of the Year" and William Hill "Sportswoman of the Year" in November,[89] winning the former award. [93], Robson was seeded 16th at Charleston and reached the second round before losing to Eugenie Bouchard in three sets. Robson lost her second match against Paula Ormaechea in three sets.[94]. As a former player in the event and now looking at it through an operational lens, I have a whole new appreciation of the work that goes into delivering a world-class tournament and cant wait to get started on preparations for 2023.. She also received a wildcard entry into the main draw of Miami and used her protected ranking to enter into the qualifying of Charleston but lost in the first round at both events. Will be used in accordance with the WTA Privacy Policy and the ATP Privacy Policy. [14] Bok said later that although Robson "had trouble staying emotionally under control", he "saw right awaya lot of potential in Laura. The dream team were close to taking the gold but eventually lost out to Victoria Azarenka and Max Myrni in the deciding tie-break 10-8. Daniil Medvedev handed Novak Djokovic his first defeat of the year and Andrey Rublev claimed his first win over Alexander Zverev. 2008 - Played first events of career on ITF Circuit; played first WTA main draw at Luxembourg, falling 1r (as WC); won one singles title on ITF Circuit. Daniil Medvedev has enjoyed having his daughter with him on tour. She also claimed her first main-draw WTA victory since 2013 in Rabat by defeating local wildcard Ghita Benhadi in straight sets. Laura Robson: Wimbledon wildcard aiming to get career back on track The teenage tennis champion and Olympic silver winner needs time to work on her form after 18 months battling a left-wrist. On my side I see a lot of points of view. Wimbledon organisers and the LTA could be set to reverse the ban on players from Russia and Belarus. After more than five years of dating, American tennis couple Madison Keys and Bjorn Fratangelo got engaged and announced this new stage of their relationship with an Instagram post. In her third tournament back, she made the semifinal losing to Edina Gallovits of the ITF event in Dothan, after having to qualify for the main draw. Way-too-early tennis rankings . 22, Lucie afov, in straight sets, setting up a second round encounter with Maria Sharapova. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Laura Robson (@laurarobson5) Robson next competed in the Pan Pacific Open. This graph may help predict future Laura Robson matches. Laura Robson, the former junior Wimbledon champion and Olympic silver medallist, has retired from tennis at the age of 28. Tennis beauty Laura Robson stuns in tiny red polka dot bikini while SINGLES 10 seed Maria Kirilenko, whom she beat in straight sets. However, she lost her next match to American qualifier Ellie Halbauer. [73] In her first-round match, she beat the world No. You have to take motivation from that because hes worked so hard to get back out there. ", Robson retires from tennis citing injuries, Medvedev ends Djokovic's 20-match win streak, Djokovic: 'Surreal' to break Graf record as No. Despite starting strongly, Robson tired, losing the match in three sets. Laura Robson | Player Stats & More - WTA Official The following week, she lost in the first round of the Burnie International to world No. [68], After a second round showing at the Birmingham Classic (lost to Marina Erakovic), Robson came through qualifying at the Eastbourne International. [76] She then received a wildcard entry into the mixed doubles with Andy Murray. [132] She had a strong game from the back of the court and was also noted for having an aggressive forehand return. Does Laura Robson Still Play Tennis? - Vim Buzz Former British No.1 Laura Robson retires from professional tennis 32 meant that she would be seeded at a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in her career, entering the US Open as the 30th seed. She followed this with her first victory at the Australian Open with a convincing straight sets victory over Melanie Oudin. * For purposes of the player profile, individual player stats are cumulative for the calendar year and not calculated using a minimum match requirement. [82] Robson was eventually defeated, having saved five championship points in the second set and despite taking a 30 lead in the third set. Last May, four years after her first hip surgery, she finally announced she was giving up her dream job. At the beginning of her grass-court season, Robson played the $100k event in Surbiton, but lost in the first round to Marina Erakovic. She lost to 13th seed Jelena Jankovi in the first round. Laura Robson reveals she has needed a second round of hip surgery Hes got a totally bionic hip now, so hes one-upped me there, but Ive had access to the same rehab programmes and physios as he has, so fingers crossed Im able to do the same., A post shared by Laura Robson (@laurarobson5), Reaction from STACKED Telford bill including first TAG TEAM boxing clash, Cherries take shock lead at Arsenal after 9 SECONDS with 'kick-off glitch', Watch Gyllenhaal and McGregor storm UFC 285 weigh-in to film Roadhouse scene, Moment Aston Villa's Leon Bailey inhales 'laughing gas' after all night party, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Performance cookies are used to collect data about how you use our website so we can continue to improve it in the future. Laura Robson tops Venus Williams in Rome, faces Serena Williams next In July 2018, she underwent hip surgery,[8] and she did not return to the WTA Tour afterwards. 15 seeds, Maria Kirilenko and Agnieszka Radwaska.[53]. Get official communications from the WTA and ATP, delivered straight to your e-mail! Facing third seed Ksenia Pervak from Russia,[27] Robson was defeated in straight sets. Robson, however, received a wildcard into the main draw of the doubles, partnering Sally Peers. 2 seed and world No. Yet it seems her appetite to compete on court is still burning brightly, after the 28-year-old confirmed her entry into the FIP London Padel Open, that gets underway at the LTAs National Tennis Centre on August 4th. The 25-year-old had hip surgeryin the summer of 2018 and saw a February comeback stall after revealing her ambition to be part of Great Britains Fed Cup team next year. . 7 Petra Kvitov from Czech Republic but lost in straight sets putting an end to her Southern California Open.[99]. Her hip problems came to the fore in 2018 and she underwent surgery before returning briefly the following year, with her final match coming in Sunderland in April 2019. 2009 - Fell 1r once (Wimbledon) and in qualifying twice (incl. The former British number one announced her retirement from the professional game earlier this year due to wrist and hip injuries but has since pursued a successful career in the broadcast industry, working with the BBC, BT Sport and Prime Video. Robson did not enter the Australian Open in 2015 and subsequently left the WTA rankings, having not competed for 12 months. [134] She has been praised for showing "extraordinary poise",[133] and having "the attitude and technique required of a leading player". As a junior, she also twice reached the final of the girls' singles tournament at the Australian Open, in 2009 and 2010. In the second round, she lost to Caroline Wozniacki in straight sets for the second time in a row. Respected LTA Tournament Director Rebecca James will remain a key figure in the organisation of the Nottingham event, while also overseeing the operational delivery of both the Rothesay Open and Rothesay International Eastbourne. Hips are very tricky, and Ive spent a lot of time rehabbing so Im excited to get back out there. Laura Robson on retiring at 28, joining 'the oldies group' and playing Laura Robson will be on commentary for the Australian Open and the former tennis star has identified two British stars to be amongst the charge [85] She reached the quarterfinals before losing to Chang Kai-chen in three sets, but the result ensured that she finished the year with a ranking of 53. In July 2015, she played at the $50k event in Granby and won a tough three-set match over second seed Naomi Osaka. They were drawn against Czech pair Lucie Hradeck and Radek tpnek in the first round and won in three sets. [57] Robson's next senior level competition was a GB Pro-Series event at Woking. Her performance pushed her up to 27 in the world, the first Briton in the top 30 since Jo Durie in 1987. Robson required a series a hip surgeries throughout the latter stages of her career which again kept her side-lined for much of the last few year, ending with the 28-year-old announcing her retirement from professional tennis in 2022. MIXED DOUBLES Robsons closeness to the players, both in terms of friendships and proximity to playing career, has made her a desirable asset for tennis organisations. . She beat Vesna Manasieva, but lost in the third round to Nuria Llagostera Vives. This was her first main-draw appearance after her comeback. [101] In the second round, she faced world No. In Gatineau, she retired from her first-round match, generating fear that her wrist injury had returned, but Robson said that she had been hampered by a stomach strain she had suffered during practice. This allows them to deliver tailored LTA advertising within their domains. "She does still have the biggest trophy of the family, which is very upsetting," jokes the 20 . But towards the end of the year, Robson began to struggle with a wrist injury which would force her to miss much of the 2014 and 2015 seasons. Who gets your vote? 1 pairing of Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci, in straight sets in the semifinals, before losing to Nadia Petrova and Katarina Srebotnik. Laura Robson: Former junior Wimbledon champion & Olympic silver [29] She claimed the top ranking of ITF Junior Tour in April, despite not playing for two months because of shin splints.[30]. It was great today because the crowd were behind me and it was such an overwhelming experience.. This has included onsite experience at the cinch Championships at The Queens Club, Rothesay Open at Nottingham and more recently as Tournament Director of the womens ITF $25,000 in Loughborough. Speaking to BBC Sport, the former British number one said: I went through every possibility of rehab and of surgery. Began playing tennis at age 6 when introduced by her parents at local club in Singapore . [81] Robson became the first female British tennis player to reach this stage of a Grand Slam tournament since Samantha Smith reached the fourth round of Wimbledon 14 years previously, but she was defeated by defending champion Stosur, ending her best run at a Grand Slam tournament to date. The 28-year-old rose to 27 in the world. She returned in 2016 but did not manage to recapture the same form she had showed in her teenage years and was unable to climb back into the top 100. Laura Robson | Player Stats & More - WTA Official - Women's Tennis 1, Ana Ivanovic, in the next round, having led 52 in the final set. Laura Robson (born 21 January 1994) is a British former professional tennis player. We use cookies to store information about how you use our website such as the pages you visit so we can ace your experience when you're browsing. [48] She defeated Tetyana Arefyeva in the second round[49] but was defeated in the quarterfinals by Vitalia Diatchenko.
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