Ex-first racket after a devastating defeat announced the completion of a career

Former first racket of the world Simon Halep (Romania, WTA 870) announced the completion of her career.

On February 4, 33-year-old Romanian representative defeated Luchia Bronetsetti (Italy, WTA 72) in the 1st Round of the WTA tournament 250 in the club. In a post -match interview at Simon’s court, she said she was coming from professional tennis.

There are 24 Trophies at the Simona account at the WTA level. She became the Grand Slam champion twice. In 2019, she won the trophy first on Rolan Harros and then on Wimbledon.

In October 2022, the halep was disqualified for a positive doping test. She returned in March, 1.5 years old. From the moment of her cabec, Simon spent six duels and won only one. Recently, she has been disturbed by shoulder and knees injuries, in particular because of these damage, she missed the Australian Open and the entire Australian series of tournaments.

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After Her Match Today at the Transylvania Open Simona Halep AnnounCed Her Retirement. pic.twitter.com/pjej7eags6

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