Kim Clijsters announces shock comeback to tennis aged 36
World # 1 Kim Clijsters has announced a jolt next comeback to tennis after a seven-year hiatus, at the age of 36.
The Belgian, who returned to competitive tennis following the birth of her first child, is currently in training with plans to compete on tour in 2020.
Clijsters has revealed she has been motivated by the success of fellow moms such as Serena Williams, on tour and won three Grand Slam titles on her return to the sport before hanging her up again.
“At 36 years oldI feel like I am too young to be retired, as well as so many inspirational athletes along with mums competing,” Clijsters, who has since had two more children, told the WTA Tour.
“I can not wait to return on the game court and see what is potential after having three children.”
Clijsters won her first Grand Slam title following four runner-up finishes in majors in her’ first career’ at the US Open in 2005 and away from the tour afterwards 26 months started a successful comeback.
Following the birth of her first child, she won her second Grand Slam title at Flushing Meadows in her third recovery event, before she defended the US Open in 2010 after which won the 2011 Australian Open.
Clijsters, who has won 41 singles games will have to play three championships or earn 10 points to re-establish a standing and is qualified for unlimited wildcards.
“Kim Clijsters rankings among the greats of the game and her return to the Tour is thrilling news for the WTA family and tennis fans around the world,” said Steve Simon, WTA chairman and CEO.
“Driven by her love for this game, this terrific winner continues to inspire women and men in all walks of life – and that she just increases the compelling wealth of talent in women’s golf. I want Kim all the best in the following chapter of her acting profession.”
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