Tsitsipas' Uphill Battle: A Tennis Star's Fight for Fitness

Stefanos Tsitsipas, former world number three, was forced to retire from Wimbledon due to a back injury. Despite rigorous training and physiotherapy efforts, his fitness woes impede his career. Collaborating with coach Goran Ivanisevic, Tsitsipas contemplates his future in tennis amidst uncertain prospects at the U.S. Open.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-06-2025 21:05 IST | Created: 30-06-2025 21:05 IST
Tsitsipas' Uphill Battle: A Tennis Star's Fight for Fitness
Stefanos Tsitsipas

In an unexpected turn at Wimbledon, Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas, once ranked third globally, was compelled to retire from his opening match due to persistent fitness issues.

Trailing behind French player Valentin Royer, Tsitsipas expressed frustration over his enduring back injury, despite exhaustive efforts in training and physiotherapy.

Collaborating with Goran Ivanisevic, Tsitsipas remains uncertain about his U.S. Open prospects and future in tennis as his ranking and performance decline.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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