This is the ending I was looking for, the perfect final chapter," Cornet's message after her return to Wimbledon

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Arthur Millot

le 19/07/2025 à 15h38

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Cornet Wimbledon

Asked by Punto de Break, Alizé Cornet explained her return to the tour. With nine matches played and four wins, the 35-year-old player came very close to securing a spot in the main draw of Wimbledon. She fell to her compatriot Jacquemot in the third round of qualifying (7-5, 6-1).

"The main reason I came back to the tour was to play on grass again. When I think about the journey it took to get back here… I feel like I’ve come full circle. I stopped playing tennis for reasons that disappeared after nine months of rest. All those expectations, all the pressure I put on myself every day.

In the last few years of my career, what I missed the most was enjoying myself a little more on the court. During this break, what I missed the most was the adrenaline, but adrenaline with joy. Now, I’ve finally found that balance, which I didn’t have before. It’s true that I used to play every main draw of the Grand Slams, even 69 in a row, but that’s okay.

I’m humble enough to appreciate tennis even in the qualifying stages. I love the game—it doesn’t matter if I’m playing a $25,000 tournament or on Centre Court at Wimbledon. I still have that childlike spirit; if I want to play, I’ll always be there. Now, this is the quality ending I was looking for, the perfect and true final chapter.