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). , Tennis Correspondent. At the US Open, Robson won her three qualifying matches to advance into the main draw. 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. 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. She retired from professional tennis on May 16, 2022, at the age of 28. 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. 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. The following week, Robson entered the $25k Sunderland qualifying and beat Ellie Tsimbilakis, in straight sets, and Alicia Barnett in the match tiebreaker to qualify for the main draw. [104] The surgery forced her to miss the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open, and although Robson initially hoped to be playing by the end of the season,[105] she only started training in October, and did not play again in 2014. She admitted that is taking inspiration from former partner Murray, who will complete a sensational turnaround from the brink of retirement to make his Gram Slam singles return at the Australian Open in January. Facing third seed Ksenia Pervak from Russia,[27] Robson was defeated in straight sets. [123] She then played at Nottingham, but fell to Julia Boserup in the first round. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. 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. 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. On my side I see a lot of points of view. [57] Robson's next senior level competition was a GB Pro-Series event at Woking. 7 Petra Kvitov from Czech Republic but lost in straight sets putting an end to her Southern California Open.[99]. However, this injury was not considered serious, and Robson stated she planned to play some tournaments in about two weeks time. 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US Open chiefs have joined Indian Wells and Miami organisasers by making a public call for Djokovic to be allowed to play in America. Former junior Wimbledon champion and Olympic silver medallist, Laura Robson, has today announced that she has retired from professional tennis. This means we can show you more of the content we think youd like to see. [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. 75 Caroline Garcia, and won in two tight sets. [120] Between the end of January and the beginning of May, Robson reached three quarterfinals on the ITF Circuit. But a wrist injury began to trouble her later in 2013 and kept her out for most of the next two years. Robson, junior Wimbledon champion and Olympic silver medallist, rose as high as 27 in the WTA rankings in July 2013, and reached the last 16 at both Wimbledon and the US Open. [70] She continued her good form in the quarterfinal, where she emerged victorious against No. At that point, she had also won six ITF events. Delaying the announcement, which surprised nobody in reality, had given her time to think and make peace with the idea that she was retiring at least five, and perhaps even 10 or 15 years earlier than planned. [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. [90], At the start of the year, Robson had reached the top 50 for the first time in her career. [93], Robson was seeded 16th at Charleston and reached the second round before losing to Eugenie Bouchard in three sets. Wimbledon organisers and the LTA could be set to reverse the ban on players from Russia and Belarus. This allows them to deliver tailored LTA advertising within their domains. In the doubles Laura Robson was given a wildcard to play with Lisa Raymond. I had another hip surgery and probably did the best rehab block of my life I went to all the best specialists and had some incredible people that I was working with just to get me back on court and then the second time I hit, I just knew. "It feels weird to say out loud, but I'm done, I'm retired. [131], After missing the entire 2020 and 2021 seasons following continuous injuries and multiple hip surgeries, Robson announced her retirement from the sport shortly before the 2022 French Open. Otherwise, I just couldnt do my job if I kept thinking about oh, could I be playing? [17], Robson competed in her first junior Grand Slam at the Wimbledon girls' event, as an unseeded player. I think Ive taken my time and not rushed into anything which is better.. At the age of 14 back in 2008, she won the junior Wimbledon title. You have to take motivation from that because hes worked so hard to get back out there. [124] She reached the second round of the Ilkley $100k event before falling to Maryna Zanevska in three sets. [132] She had a strong game from the back of the court and was also noted for having an aggressive forehand return. * For purposes of the player profile, individual player stats are cumulative for the calendar year and not calculated using a minimum match requirement. Began playing tennis at age 6 when introduced by her parents at local club in Singapore . Padels rise in popularity has been promoted by prominent supporters like football superstar David Beckham and Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, with former British No 1 Annabel Croft telling Tennis365 that she believes the sport that is hugely popular in Spain is ready to explode in the UK. Taylor Fritz has the game to win Wimbledon. Robson lost her second match against Paula Ormaechea in three sets.[94]. [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. She beat world No. Daniil Medvedev has enjoyed having his daughter with him on tour. 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. [134] She has been praised for showing "extraordinary poise",[133] and having "the attitude and technique required of a leading player". 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. There are also growing numbers of females in prominent roles in umpiring and administration in tennis, withSandi Procter appointed as LTA President earlier this year and the All England Club that runs the Wimbledon Championships appointingSally Bolton as their chief executive. In the group stages she played doubles with Heather Watson, defeating pairs from Portugal,[65] Netherlands[66] and Israel in the group stages. Due to rain delay, both quarter- and semifinals were played on the same day. two Labradors, Ella and Kiri . [22], After a brief period on the main tour, Robson returned to junior competition but was knocked out in the second round of a tournament in December. Finalist (1): 2012 - Guangzhou. As a junior, she also twice reached the final of the girls' singles tournament at the Australian Open, in 2009 and 2010. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Laura Robson has stunned fans in a tiny red polka dot bikini, The 25-year-old is hoping for an Andy Murray style comeback after another injury-hit year, Robson partnered with the Scot to win silver at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Credit: Getty Images Sport Classic - Getty, Andy Murray and GB Davis Cup pals use Frozen lyrics in hilarious press, who will complete a sensational turnaround from the brink of retirement, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Two years later and the British star was becoming a staple on the WTA Tour. All information about the cookies we use and why we use them are in our Cookie Policy. Favorite city is New York City because "there is constant action going on, fab shopping and excellent restaurants everywhere.". [118] At the Australian Open, she also lost in the first round of qualifying to Amandine Hesse, in straight sets. She followed up her performance with her first victory over a top-ten player, beating ninth seed Li Na in the third round, in three sets. 2013 - First Top 50 season (finishing No.46); QF at Guangzhou; reached 4r once (Wimbledon), 3r three times (incl. [42] She faced former world No. [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. You hear more and more people talking about it. [113] She was then given a wildcard entry to the 2016 US Open qualifying tournament. 117, Mariana Duque, in the second round on Centre Court. Robsons closeness to the players, both in terms of friendships and proximity to playing career, has made her a desirable asset for tennis organisations. Former Wimbledon junior champion Laura Robson has undergone a second hip operation of 2019 to try and save her career. This graph may help predict future Laura Robson matches. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Robson then beat Lauren Davis in the quarterfinals. 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. [46] In the final round of qualifying, she lost to Maria Elena Camerin. [48] She defeated Tetyana Arefyeva in the second round[49] but was defeated in the quarterfinals by Vitalia Diatchenko. At the French Open Robson was beaten in the first round by former world No. In the semifinals she faced a replay of her Wimbledon final, against top seed Tara Flanagan,[26] whom she beat in straight sets to reach her second Grand Slam junior final. Laura Robson says she is happy with her game ahead of her Wimbledon first-round meeting with Francesca Schiavone on Tuesday. 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. She showed great courage and maturity in her play and didn't go to pieces after being a set down and also being 3-0 down in the third. [47], Robson represented Great Britain in the Fed Cup World Group II play-off against Argentina. After taking three-months rest from the tour, Robson underwent surgery on her left wrist in April. Laura Robson may not return to tennis after latest surgery. [35] After beating 2007 Wimbledon girls' singles champion Urszula Radwaska and fourth seed Tzipi Obziler,[34] Robson lost to second seed Maret Ani in three sets in the semifinals. 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. LAURA ROBSON has stunned in a tiny red polka dot bikini while sunning herself on a luxury break away as she targets an Andy Murray style comeback. With Georgie Stoop she also entered into the doubles tournament, progressing to the second round before losing to 16th seeds, Svetlana Kuznetsova and Amlie Mauresmo. Peers and Robson won their third-round clash with Vera Dushevina and Anastasia Rodionova to advance to the quarterfinals, before falling to the No. In her semifinal, she faced Yana Buchina of Russia. However, she has been criticised for having "poor lateral movement",[133] as well as an inconsistent second serve, resulting in a considerable number of double faults. After Johanna Konta lost her opening rubber to Paula Ormaechea, Robson easily won her first match over Florencia Molinero. 2011 - Reached 2r three times (incl. Im still trying to learn all the different skills and Ive learned that top spin doesnt work in padel. [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. [106] Robson planned to return at the $25k tournament at Surprise, Arizona, but delayed her return and did not enter another ITF event in February. Her wrist continued to affect her at the Australian Open, where Kirsten Flipkens defeated her in straight sets. ", Robson retires from tennis citing injuries, Medvedev ends Djokovic's 20-match win streak, Djokovic: 'Surreal' to break Graf record as No. I travel a lot with my tennis, still practice a lot, play a lot of . However, she lost her next match to American qualifier Ellie Halbauer. [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. ", [Murrays] got a totally bionic hip now, so hes one-upped me there, but Ive had access to the same programmes so fingers crossed Im able to do the same, Katie Boulter replied: "It's a yes from me", and one more fan said "Cheered up my drizzly Friday.". Robson suffered from various injuries throughout the 2014 and 2015 seasons, notably to her left (and dominant) wrist for which she underwent surgery in April 2014, resulting in multiple prolonged absences from the WTA Tour. It was another fantastic year for Robson representing Great Britain on the international stage. Former British No 1 Laura Robson has undergone a third hip operation which could spell the end of her tennis career. The 28-year-old who rose as high as 27 in the WTA rankings and reached the fourth round at both Wimbledon and the US Open retires following a long-standing battle with injuries throughout her career. In the second round, she lost to Caroline Wozniacki in straight sets for the second time in a row. 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. She lost to the third seed Yanina Wickmayer in the second round. 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 [9], Robson played left-handed,[132] with a two-handed backhand. Daniil Medvedev had plenty to say about Stefanos Tsitsipas disrespect towards Andrey Rublev. [68], After a second round showing at the Birmingham Classic (lost to Marina Erakovic), Robson came through qualifying at the Eastbourne International. To be honest, the only reason I said it was because I was going to play the invitational tournament at Wimbledon. 2009 - Fell 1r once (Wimbledon) and in qualifying twice (incl. I can now be much more open and positive about how things ended. 2014 - Played just two matches in left wrist injury-marred season (finishing No.951); struggles began in Australia - withdrew from Auckland, retired in Hobart 1r then fell 1r at Australian Open (l. to Flipkens, 63 60); subsequently missed all events rest of season (withdrew from Acapulco, Indian Wells, Miami, Monterrey, Bogot, Marrakech, Strasbourg, Roland Garros and Wimbledon). Daniil Medvedev had plenty to say about Stefanos Tsitsipas disrespect towards Andrey Rublev. As a top tennis player, Laura Robson surely enjoys the sporting bragging rights in her family. Roland Garros and Katowice - l. to Domnguez Lino 57 76(7) 61; held mp at 7-6 in second set tie-break); made Top 50 debut on January 7 (after Shenzhen; rose from No.53 to No.50) and set career-high No.27 on July 8 (after Wimbledon); withdrew from Pattaya City w/left shoulder injury and from Toronto and New Haven w/right wrist injury. Get the latest Player Stats on Laura Robson including her videos, highlights, and more at the official Women's Tennis Association website. Click here to find out more info. 10 seed Maria Kirilenko, whom she beat in straight sets. In an interview with BBC Sport discussing her retirement and looking back on her career, Robson said: It feels weird to say out loud, but I'm done, I'm retired. But thats really the only time I think about it.. She went on to face the 12th seed, Tamaryn Hendler, who she defeated in straight sets. It must seem like that to British tennis fans, after they learned this week that Laura Robson has followed Andy Murray in having hip problems so severe that she will have to undergo a third hip operation at some point in the near future. She was named WTA Newcomer of the Year for 2012 and reached a career-high singles ranking of world No.
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