Stosur says she is ‘looking forward to getting on the court one last time’ as the 38-year-old retires as winner of 2011 US Open singles crown and seven mixed titles
38-year-old won 2011 US Open singles crown and seven mixed titlesPhotograph: Dave Hunt/AAPPhotograph: Dave Hunt/AAPwill be her farewell to tennis has swiftly prompted a deluge of tears and tributes from within the sport.
Her news prompted effusive tributes, particularly from the Australian women players she’s helped work with, guide and inspire over the years, headed by the lovely words of her friend, former coach and doubles partner Rennae Stubbs. “Your class, professionalism, dedication and love & respect for the sport, your fellow competitors and the people around you, are unmatched. There will be a huge void out there on this crazy tour without you but my god was it a good place when you were in it.
in the 2011 US Open singles final, Stosur is also the owner of seven mixed and women’s major titles since 2005 to go with her US singles crown.
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