Garbiñe Muguruza, the former world No. 1 and two-time Grand Slam champion, has bid farewell to tennis at the age of 30. The Spanish star announced her retirement at a press conference in Madrid on Saturday, marking the end of an illustrious career that spanned over a decade.
Muguruza’s journey began as a teenager in 2012, when she made a remarkable run to the fourth round of the Miami Open as a wild card. Two years later, she claimed her maiden tour-level title, followed by a stunning run to the Wimbledon final in 2015, where she fell to Serena Williams.
However, Muguruza’s breakthrough came in 2016 when she triumphed at Roland Garros, defeating Serena Williams in the final. The following year, she added the Wimbledon title to her resume, becoming the first Spanish woman to win the prestigious tournament since Conchita Martinez in 1994.
After a brief dip in form, Muguruza regained her momentum in 2020, reaching the Australian Open final. In 2021, she capped her career with a victory at the WTA Finals in Guadalajara, becoming the first Spaniard to win the year-end championships in singles.
Throughout her career, Muguruza won 10 WTA singles titles, including two Grand Slams, and ranked as the world No. 1 for four weeks in 2017. She also represented Spain in the Olympics and the Fed Cup, contributing to her country’s success in international competitions.
Muguruza’s retirement marks the end of an era for Spanish tennis. She leaves behind a legacy as one of the most successful female players in her country’s history, inspiring a generation of young athletes.
