Kvitova Announces Retirement and Will Play Her Final Tournament at the US Open

Former world No. 2 Petra Kvitova is living her final months on the professional tennis circuit. The 35-year-old Czech player, who returned earlier this year after a 17-month absence due to pregnancy, will (most likely) retire after the US Open, as she announced herself on her social media this Thursday, June 19.

"Growing up in my hometown of Fulnek and hitting my first tennis balls on the court with my father, I never imagined becoming a professional tennis player, traveling around the world, and playing in some of the most beautiful stadiums.

All of that became a reality—and so much more. I’ve had the privilege of reaching many highs over the last 19 years of my professional career. I won Wimbledon twice, helped the Czech Republic win the BJK Cup six times, reached No. 2 in the world, and achieved so much more.

I’ve accomplished far more than I ever dreamed, and I’m truly grateful to tennis for everything it has given me over the years. It has taught me countless lessons, not just on the court or in the gym, but in life as well.

I wouldn’t be who I am today without this incredible sport and everything it has brought me, both on and off the court. Like every stage in life, there comes a time to write a new chapter. That moment has now arrived for me.

I wanted to let you know that 2025 will be my final professional year. I’m looking forward to playing Wimbledon (where I’ve received a wild card) one last time—a place that holds so many incredible memories from my career.

While I’m not yet sure what my North American tour will look like, I plan to end my career at the US Open later this summer. This decision isn’t easy, but I’m happy! I’ll leave this sport with a big smile on my face, the same smile I’ve carried on and off the court throughout my career.

Over all these years, I’ve been fortunate to have the unwavering support of my family, closest friends, my team, and all my loyal fans who have stood by me around the world.

I could never have asked for or wished for anything more. Tennis has given me everything I have today, and I’ll always be grateful to this beautiful sport that I love so much," Kvitova wrote on her X (formerly Twitter) account.

A two-time Wimbledon champion (2011 and 2014), the left-hander has lost seven of the eight matches she has played since February, with her only win coming against Irina-Camelia Begu in the first round of the WTA 1000 in Rome.

Also a runner-up at the Australian Open in 2019, the current world No. 532 has won 31 career titles since turning pro in 2006. Her impressive résumé also includes the WTA Finals in 2011 and an Olympic bronze medal in 2016.