She wants to stay loyal to the sport: Angelique Kerber misses tennis – and talks about the future

She wants to stay loyal to the sport
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November 3, 2024, 2:33 a.m

Angelique Kerber’s impressive career is over. The former Wimbledon winner also prepared for the time afterwards with the help of colleagues. Nevertheless, she misses the sport – and will probably be active in a new role soon.

After her successful tennis career, Angelique Kerber would like to pass on her experiences to the youth and the new generation. “The DTB has already inquired,” said the 36-year-old on ZDF. The three-time Grand Slam tournament winner explained that discussions with the German Tennis Association are still in the early stages. “I think there’s definitely a future there. I definitely want to stay loyal to tennis.”

Kerber ended her career at the end of July after her narrow quarter-final defeat in a nerve-wracking match at the Olympic Games in Paris. She had previously returned to the sport after a long break to have a baby, but was no longer able to build on her previous achievements. At the Olympics, however, she showed her class again.

Now, three months later, she misses playing tennis, Kerber said. “I loved being on the pitch and fighting to win or lose.” However, she doesn’t miss the daily training and getting up early.

Her two-year-old daughter Liana, family and friends are currently her priority. “I look forward to it every day.” She has adjusted well to the new structures in her life after tennis. “I had time to prepare for it. I spoke to many players and athletes who have already quit.” This prepared them “a little bit for what was to come,” said the former world number one.