Former Top 100, Dennis Novak Retires at 32
World No. 85 in March 2020, Austrian player Dennis Novak has announced his immediate retirement in the last few hours.
Just hours after Christopher Eubanks, another ATP Tour player has announced his retirement. It is Dennis Novak, the Austrian player who reached a career-high ranking of World No. 85, achieved on March 2, 2020.
Ranked 532nd in the ATP rankings this week, Novak had been playing primarily on the Challenger tour for several months. The 32-year-old posted a message on his social media accounts announcing his decision.
"Hello everyone, I just wanted to inform you that my professional career is coming to an end. Reaching World No. 85, playing 17 Davis Cup matches for Austria, and competing in all the main draws of Grand Slams is more than I ever could have dreamed of!
Thank you to my parents and my family for giving me the chance to pursue my dream of becoming a professional tennis player and for supporting me throughout my life without ever doubting me! Thank you to all my coaches who have accompanied me over the years for their work and trust!
Thank you to my girlfriend who has supported me all these years and never complained when I was away for weeks! I love you. I am truly grateful and happy for everything I was able to experience during this adventure and for all the people I have met and formed lifelong friendships with. See you soon," wrote Novak on his Instagram account.
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