Dominic Thiem, the 2020 US Open champion, has officially retired from professional tennis after his final match at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. The Austrian star, who once reached a career-high of world No. 3, was defeated by Luciano Darderi 7-6(6), 6-2 in the first round.

Thiem, 31, announced earlier this year that he would step away from the sport following the 2023 ATP Tour season, having struggled to regain form after a series of wrist injuries. Despite a promising start, Thiem lost momentum after leading 4-2 in the first set.

After the match, in an emotional moment, he placed his racquet in a glass case, which will be displayed as a tribute to his career. Thiem’s legacy includes 17 singles titles and runner-up finishes at three Grand Slam events.

Dominic Thiem in 2024

Now the world no.318, Thiem played his last match on the 22^nd of October when he lost to world no.42 Luciano Darderi 7-6(6) 6-2

in the 1^st round in Vienna (draw).

Currently, during this year Dominic achieved a composed 7-14 record.

Dominic Thiem in 2024

At the moment ranked no.318, Dominic played his last match on the 22^nd of October when he capitulated to world no.42 Luciano Darderi 7-6(6) 6-2 in the 1^st round in Vienna (draw).

Currently, during this season Thiem has managed to achieve a composed 7-14 win-loss record.