[81] Robson became the first female British tennis player to reach this stage of a Grand Slam tournament since Samantha Smith reached the fourth round of Wimbledon 14 years previously, but she was defeated by defending champion Stosur, ending her best run at a Grand Slam tournament to date. [72] Robson then received a wildcard to enter the main draw of the Swedish Open but lost her first match against Medina Garrigues. In Gatineau, she retired from her first-round match, generating fear that her wrist injury had returned, but Robson said that she had been hampered by a stomach strain she had suffered during practice. [104] The surgery forced her to miss the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open, and although Robson initially hoped to be playing by the end of the season,[105] she only started training in October, and did not play again in 2014. Seeded seventh, her first senior seeding, she reached the quarterfinals. Robson came through three rounds of qualifying at the Australian Open, beating Melanie Oudin, Anna Floris and Olga Savchuk to advance to the main draw for the first time. One of her strengths was her "dominant" serve. In 2013, Bouchard claimed her first top-50 with a victory over close friend Laura Robson at the Family Circle Cup, backing that win up by beating Australia's Samantha Stosur to secure her her maiden top-10 victory. She then qualified for the main draw of the Aegon Classic in Edgbaston, after receiving a wildcard for the qualifying. She continued to struggle with form throughout the latter half of the season post-Wimbledon, losing eleven matches and winning just seven on the ITF Circuit, including a loss in the first round of the qualifying draw at the US Open to world No. As a former player in the event and now looking at it through an operational lens, I have a whole new appreciation of the work that goes into delivering a world-class tournament and cant wait to get started on preparations for 2023.. She returned in 2016 but did not manage to recapture the same form she had showed in her teenage years and was unable to climb back into the top 100. She had not even done her GCSEs but Robson was a national star. [75] She also competed in the doubles competition with Heather Watson, losing in the first round to the German pairing of Angelique Kerber and Sabine Lisicki. The 5-foot-7 inch won her first tournament on the ITF Women's Circuit in November 2008. As a top tennis player, Laura Robson surely enjoys the sporting bragging rights in her family. Former British No 1 Laura Robson could have a sporting career back on court after her retirement from tennis, after she confirmed her entry into a padel tournament in London next week. Tennis365; May 16, 2022; Former British No 1 Laura Robson has announced her retirement from tennis following three hip operations. Sorry, we couldn't find any players that match your search. She attributed the decision to the competing urges of wanting another child while also facing off with the world's best tennis players. [87] In November, along with Heather Watson, won "Young Sportswoman of the Year" at the 2012 Sunday Times Sportswomen of the Year Awards. She went on to face the 12th seed, Tamaryn Hendler, who she defeated in straight sets. Laura Robson: Wimbledon wildcard aiming to get career back on track The formation of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), which announced its eight-player committee and 1100-word manifesto on the eve of the Australian Open, will see the established powers of tennis challenged, especially on topics like prize money, and Robson says she is determined to act as a bridge between executives and players. [44] In the final round, she lost to Eva Hrdinov, after leading 41 in the third set. Robson and Watson did not need to play the play-off match against Austria as Anne Keothavong and Elena Baltacha won their singles rubbers, and the 20 lead qualified the team for a place in the World Group-II promotion play-off in April 2012. Robson has not played a competitive match since . [39], Her first match on the WTA Tour was courtesy of a wildcard into the Luxembourg Open. Her next tournament was at Miami. Australian Open and US Open) and 2r eight times; fell 1r nine times (incl. Australian Open, US Open). She received a wildcard for Wimbledon, and faced fourth seed Jelena Jankovi[56] to whom she lost in two sets. 21-time major title winner Gordon Reid opens up about his injuries last year and how he's looking to put that behind him and return to success in 2023. The following week, she lost in the first round of the Burnie International to world No. Laura Robson stuns Petra Kvitova in Australian Open three-hour epic What Next For Laura Robson? - Last Word On Tennis Robson suffered from various injuries throughout the 2014 and 2015 seasons, notably to her left (and dominant) wrist for which she underwent surgery in April 2014, resulting in multiple prolonged absences from the WTA Tour. US Open chiefs have joined Indian Wells and Miami organisasers by making a public call for Djokovic to be allowed to play in America. Speaking to BBC Sport, the former British number one said: I went through every possibility of rehab and of surgery. She retired from professional tennis on May 16, 2022, at the age of 28. [35] After beating 2007 Wimbledon girls' singles champion Urszula Radwaska and fourth seed Tzipi Obziler,[34] Robson lost to second seed Maret Ani in three sets in the semifinals. [54] She followed this up with a quarterfinal appearance in Charlottesville losing to Anastasiya Yakimova. 1. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Returning again at the end of April 2011, Robson's best performance to date came at the $50k tournament at Indian Harbor Beach, Florida, where she reached the semifinals. Laura Robson reveals she has needed a second round of hip surgery After taking three-months rest from the tour, Robson underwent surgery on her left wrist in April. Despite the seeding, she lost in straight sets to the eventual champion Daniela Hantuchov. 1, Caroline Wozniacki, in straight sets. 3 in a tightly contested match. Olympic silver medallist Laura Robson retires from tennis She then entered the Bolton $25k qualifying tournament in April, and reached round two before falling to Tara Moore, in straight sets. 42, Iveta Beneov. [46] In the final round of qualifying, she lost to Maria Elena Camerin. 2011 - Reached 2r three times (incl. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Laura Robson has stunned fans in a tiny red polka dot bikini, The 25-year-old is hoping for an Andy Murray style comeback after another injury-hit year, Robson partnered with the Scot to win silver at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, Credit: Getty Images Sport Classic - Getty, Andy Murray and GB Davis Cup pals use Frozen lyrics in hilarious press, who will complete a sensational turnaround from the brink of retirement, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Each time I play padel, I come off with a big smile on my face. In the group stages she played doubles with Heather Watson, defeating pairs from Portugal,[65] Netherlands[66] and Israel in the group stages. Daniil Medvedev says that Novak Djokovics grass court game is unmatched. In August 2009, Robson received also a wildcard into the US Open qualifying. [9], Robson was born on 21 January 1994 in Melbourne, the third child of Australian parents Andrew, an oil executive with Shell,[10] and Kathy Robson, a sports coach and former professional basketball player. The following week, Robson entered the $25k Sunderland qualifying and beat Ellie Tsimbilakis, in straight sets, and Alicia Barnett in the match tiebreaker to qualify for the main draw. The pair of a professional tennis player and a professional model had made quite some headlines when they had announced their relationship. Novak Djokovic has enjoyed a sparkling start to 2023, but his first defeat against Daniil Medvedev answered plenty of questions. Daniil Medvedev has now won 14 matches in a row on the tour and moves to 19-2 for the season. In the first round she shocked second seed Jelena Doki. In the singles, Robson reached the second round before losing to Aliz Cornet. Becoming a dominant force on tour, Robson beat Venus Williams, Petra Kvitova and world No.4 Agnieszka Radwaska throughout another brilliant season. Posting pictures of herself smiling in a red polka dot bikini, the Australia-born star wrote: "Me looking at the London forecast. And just the fact that its taken [the PTPA] this long to come up with a player counsel, shows you how tough it is. 117, Mariana Duque, in the second round on Centre Court. The dream team were close to taking the gold but eventually lost out to Victoria Azarenka and Max Myrni in the deciding tie-break 10-8. Former British No 1 tennis player Laura Robson eyeing a move into padel News Kevin Palmer July 27, 2022 Former British No 1 Laura Robson could have a sporting career back on court after her retirement from tennis, after she confirmed her entry into a padel tournament in London next week. "I had another hip surgery and probably did the best rehab block of my life and then the second time I hit, I just knew. But towards the end of the year, Robson began to struggle with a wrist injury which would force her to miss much of the 2014 and 2015 seasons. Serena Williams. Source: Vimbuzz.com. Immediately after Wimbledon, Robson entered the Palermo Open where she reached her first ever WTA Tour semifinal. She lost to the third seed Yanina Wickmayer in the second round. Delaying the announcement, which surprised nobody in reality, had given her time to think and make peace with the idea that she was retiring at least five, and perhaps even 10 or 15 years earlier than planned. In the last eight, she easily overcame American Ester Goldfeld to move through to her fourth junior Grand Slam semifinal where she defeated Kristna Plkov of the Czech Republic. This means we can show you more of the content we think youd like to see. She made her return to WTA events by using her protected ranking to enter Indian Wells. [17], Robson competed in her first junior Grand Slam at the Wimbledon girls' event, as an unseeded player. [61] She then won her first match at a Grand Slam tournament as she defeated Angelique Kerber, but lost to Maria Sharapova in the second round.[62]. [116], Post-US Open, Robson lost in the first round in four out of six ITF tournaments, including a loss to a player ranked 1048.[117]. In the first round of Wimbledon, Robson lost to Francesca Schiavone in three sets.[69]. . We have several partners who may also set cookies on our behalf when you visit our website. She debuted on the ITF Junior Circuit in 2007, and a year later won the Junior Wimbledon championships at the age of 14. Matches do not include current week match results. To find out more about our use of cookies and how you can disable them, please see our Privacy Policy. [97], Robson started her US Open Series campaign on 30 July 2013 at the Southern California Open in Carlsbad being drawn against Ayumi Morita, whom she beat having come back from a set down in two hours and 40 minutes. SINGLES If I keep looking back and thinking what if, then I cant move forward. However, she lost her next match to American qualifier Ellie Halbauer. [132] She had a strong game from the back of the court and was also noted for having an aggressive forehand return. [76] She then received a wildcard entry into the mixed doubles with Andy Murray. She has a career-high doubles ranking of No. There are still moments of regret and angst, like when she found herself commentating on Jessica Pegula in Adelaide, the world No 3 and a genuine contender to win her first singles grand slam in Melbourne. Click here to find out more info. Robson was unable to play in the Australian Open qualifying draw as her ranking at 230 remained too low to gain direct entry. [101] In the second round, she faced world No. I had another hip surgery and probably did the best rehab block of my life I went to all the best specialists and had some incredible people that I was working with just to get me back on court and then the second time I hit, I just knew. Robsons role at Nottingham bolsters a rising number of female leaders in tennis, with former world No 1 Amelie Mauresmo appointed Tournament Director at the French Open this year. Laura started playing tennis at the age of six with her parents. All information about the cookies we use and why we use them are in our Cookie Policy. Robson next competed in the Pan Pacific Open. In mixed doubles, she won a silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics playing with Andy Murray, with whom she also reached the 2010 Hopman Cup final. Despite her first win of the tournament against world No. 26, Mara Jos Martnez Snchez, Robson and Murray lost to Spain's Martnez Snchez and Tommy Robredo in a very close match. Robson later won her first WTA match since her injury in 2013 by beating Klra Koukalov, 62, 63 in the qualifying of Stuttgart. The 28-year-old rose to 27 in the world. former world No 1 Amelie Mauresmo appointed Tournament Director at the French Open. It can engage with people who might find tennis too difficult and thats the beauty of padel. The former British number one announced her retirement from the professional game earlier this year due to wrist and hip injuries but has since pursued a successful career in the broadcast industry, working with the BBC, BT Sport and Prime Video. ", [Murrays] got a totally bionic hip now, so hes one-upped me there, but Ive had access to the same programmes so fingers crossed Im able to do the same, Katie Boulter replied: "It's a yes from me", and one more fan said "Cheered up my drizzly Friday.". 100, Simona Halep. The following season she reached the last 16 at Wimbledon and achieved her highest ranking of 27. Yet it seems her appetite to compete on court is still burning brightly, after the 28-year-old confirmed her entry into the FIP London Padel Open, that gets underway at the LTAs National Tennis Centre on August 4th. Robson lost her second match against Paula Ormaechea in three sets.[94]. [40] After beating third seed Laura-Ioana Andrei in the quarterfinals, she also beat fellow Brits Tara Moore and Samantha Vickers in straight sets to win her first ITF title at the age of 14 years and 9 months.[40][41]. Robson was defeated by Germany's Sabine Lisicki but won the mixed doubles against Germany. She dropped out of the world rankings in early 2015, returning at No. [17] In the same month she played her final junior tournament of 2008, the Orange Bowl, where she had to retire in the third round with a stomach strain. Britain's former junior Wimbledon champion and Olympic mixed doubles silver medallist Laura Robson announced her retirement on Monday due to persistent injury problems. Robson went under the knife again later that year and for a third time last January and has now admitted defeat in her efforts to continue her tennis career. In her third tournament back, she made the semifinal losing to Edina Gallovits of the ITF event in Dothan, after having to qualify for the main draw. She lost in the first round against world No. Serena Williams, the owner of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, is retiring from tennis after this summer's U.S. Open. 15 seeds, Maria Kirilenko and Agnieszka Radwaska.[53]. Eurosport expert Laura Robson has paid tribute to the British players after what was a "phenomenal Australian Open" with Alfie Hewett clinching a double triumph in the wheelchair singles and doubles. View our online Press Pack. [128], In March, Robson teamed up with Fanny Stollr to win the doubles at the ITF event in Yokohama. Daniil Medvedev had plenty to say about Stefanos Tsitsipas disrespect towards Andrey Rublev. [80] Robson consequently reached the third round of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in her career and joined Serena Williams, Lindsay Davenport, Venus Williams, Amlie Mauresmo and Justine Henin as one of the only six people to beat Clijsters at the US Open championships, and the first player to beat her there since 2003. [25], After recovering from her injury, Robson entered the junior tournament of the 2009 Australian Open, where she was seeded fifth. I've sort of known that for a while because of what I was told by the doctors last year, but it took me so long to say it to myself, which is why it took me so long to say it officially. In October 2013, it was announced that Miles Maclagan's coaching partnership with Laura had ended and that she would be taking a couple of weeks out and starting the search for a new coach. MELBOURNE Laura Robson may have retired from tennis but she remains an extremely busy woman, and is involved in tennis as much as she ever was - even if she is no longer playing. Thats not to disagree with anything that theyre saying, but its very hard in a sport that has seven different governing bodies to get anything through. I've sort of known that for a while because of what I was told by the doctors last year, but I think it just took me so long to say it to myself, which is why it took me so long to say it officially. Hips are very tricky, and Ive spent a lot of time rehabbing so Im excited to get back out there. On 16 May 2022, Robson announced her retirement from tennis, aged 28. In an interview with BBC Sport discussing her retirement and looking back on her career, Robson said: It feels weird to say out loud, but I'm done, I'm retired. Crowning off her breakout season on tour, Robson was named WTA Newcomer of the Year at the annual awards. . [71] However, her run came to an end when she lost in the semifinals to Barbora Zhlavov-Strcov in three sets. In July 2018, she underwent hip surgery,[8] and she did not return to the WTA Tour afterwards. It is easy to forget that Robson is only 28 years old, because most people have known who she is for more than a decade. [85] She reached the quarterfinals before losing to Chang Kai-chen in three sets, but the result ensured that she finished the year with a ranking of 53. Sorry, we couldn't find any stats data for this year. [23] At the end of the year, she was shortlisted for the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year,[24] but lost out to Paralympic swimmer Eleanor Simmonds. 7 Petra Kvitov from Czech Republic but lost in straight sets putting an end to her Southern California Open.[99]. Laura Robson no longer plays tennis. She had put on a promising display against Azarenka, but was unable to convert 8 out of nine breakpoints, allowing Azarenka to clinch victory in straight sets. Who gets your vote? Cam Norries season went from strength-to-strength after the British No.1 made his third ATP final of the year at the Rio Open. Dynamic duo Robson and Murray made it all the way to the final but would eventually finish runners-up after losing a nail-biting mixed doubles clash against Spains Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez and Tommy Robredo. Robson also used her protected ranking to enter Premier clay events in Madrid and Rome, where she lost her first round matches to Victoria Azarenka and Christina McHale, respectively. Laura Robson identifies tennis stars who could take over from Novak
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