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Tunisian Jabeur targeting WTA Tour return in 2027

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The former world number two originally stepped away from the court due to physical exhaustion and injury concerns after an early exit at Wimbledon, later extending her break when she became pregnant. Having given birth to her son in April, the 32-year-old is now gradually preparing her body for elite competition while bringing her newborn to her practice sessions. She hopes to compete on the tour for a few more years before retiring, although she has not yet established an exact date for her comeback.

Key points

  • The former world number two intends to play on the professional tour for several more yea…: The former world number two intends to play on the professional tour for several more years before officially retiring.
  • Jabeur is adapting to physical post-delivery changes without committing to an exact timel…: Jabeur is adapting to physical post-delivery changes without committing to an exact timeline for her official competitive comeback.
  • The five-time WTA title winner is actively preparing to resume her professional tennis ca…: The five-time WTA title winner is actively preparing to resume her professional tennis career on the women's tour.

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Nov 12 : Former world number two Ons Jabeur said she hopes to return to professional tennis in 2027, after the Tunisian gave birth to her first child in April.

Jabeur took a break from tennis last year following her first-round exit at Wimbledon, citing injuries and fatigue. She later extended her break after announcing she was pregnant.

"I'm hoping to come back, hopefully next year. I still don't know the exact time, but very soon," the three-times Grand Slam runner-up told The National in an interview published on Wednesday.

"I'm still discovering ... my body is a bit changed after the delivery, but I'm definitely coming back and hoping to stay a few more years on tour before actually retiring.

"I'm enjoying everything with my son. He actually comes with me when I train. I'm trying to come back slowly."

The 32-year-old, dubbed by fans as the "Minister of Happiness" for her cheerful personality, has won five WTA titles and became the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final in 2022, finishing runner-up at Wimbledon to Elena…

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