Ons Jabeur 'definitely coming back' as former world No 2 targets 2027 return
Ons Jabeur wants to return to tennis next year but says it will be a gradual process as she builds up her strength following the birth of her first child. The Tunisian star has not played since June 2025 when she retired from her first-round match against Viktoriya Tomova at Wimbledon. Jabeur decided to take a “step back” from tennis after struggling with injuries and fatigue. Five months later,…
Former world No. 2 tennis star Ons Jabeur is set to make a return to the sport in the near future, according to her recent statements. The Tunisian athlete, who has not played since June 2025 after retiring from a first-round match at Wimbledon, has decided to take a gradual approach to her comeback. Jabeur, who welcomed her first child, son Elyan, in April 2025, has been focusing on rebuilding her strength and adjusting to motherhood.
Despite the challenges of balancing her career and personal life, Jabeur remains optimistic about her future in tennis. She expressed her excitement about signing a partnership with Special Olympics UAE, which aims to identify and train individuals with developmental disabilities. Jabeur, who has won five WTA titles and reached the finals of Wimbledon and the US Open in 2022, aims to stay on the tour for a few more years before retiring.
Her potential return has been welcomed by players and fans alike, as she is seen as a trailblazing figure for Arab-African athletes.
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