The story surrounding Angelique Kerber’s Olympic farewell song in Paris is getting rather interesting. Kerber, who will terminate her career in tennis after the competition, advanced to the quarterfinals by defeating Naomi Osaka, Jaqueline Cristian, and Leylah Fernandez.
Considering how well she has played recently, there have been rumours about her run that raise the question of whether she would think twice about ending her career.
Kerber is firm in her choice, stating that she still thinks ending her career after the Paris Olympics was the best move. In a recent interview, the German player stated that she hoped to continue her success in the French city by first enjoying every second she has left on the court.
She talked about it recently and said: “I’m relieved with the decision. I think it’s still the right decision. I feel good. And here, I enjoy every moment on and off the court. The fans, the spectators, and the atmosphere are also incredible on the court. That’s precisely why I came back—to feel these emotions. And here I am; here I am in the quarterfinals, and I hope the journey continues a little bit more.”
She added: “Just because of the emotions. I knew that I had to give everything in court. Then playing for Germany is really special. I think for me, it was the right decision. It feels right.”
Angelique Kerber on why she chose the Paris Olympics as her last event
“Just because of the emotions. Because I knew that I have to give everything on court. Then playing for Germany for me is really special…I think for me it was the right decision. It feels right.”
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Angelique Kerber in 2024
Now the world no.212, Kerber played her last match on the 31st of July when she was defeated by world no.7 Qinwen Zheng 6-7(4) 6-4 7-6(6) in the quarter in Paris (draw).
This year Kerber owns a 10-15 win-loss record. Angelique Kerber’s best result of the current season was reaching the final in Australia.
