Following her victory at the Miami Open, tennis icon Chris Evert recently encouraged Danielle Collins to think about her plans to take up her racket later in 2024.

Collins won her first major victory of her career after playing the finest match of her campaign, defeating fourth seed Elena Rybakina 7-5, 6-3.

Soon after, Evert went to X to congratulate the American player on her success. The 69-year-old also questioned Collins about her retirement plans, given that it appeared like she was a serious contender for additional major victories.

Evert wrote: “A big Hug and Congratulations to Danielle Collins in winning the Miami Open. Spectacular play throughout the whole tournament. But are you sure you want to retire?”

Danielle Collins in 2024

Currently the world no.53, Collins played her last match on the 30^th

of March when she beat world no.4 Elena Rybakina 7-5 6-3 in the final in Miami to win her 3^rd career title.

This season the American has a 20-7 record. Collins has won 1 title in Miami.

Danielle Collins will fight against the world no.80 Paula Badosa in the 1^st round. Their actual record is 1-0 for Collins.

Danielle conquered 1 title in 2024 in Miami.