Tunisia’s former women’s world number two, Ons Jabeur, announced that she is expecting her first child and will take an extended break from professional tennis.
“I took a little break to reset and recharge … Turns out, we’ve been planning the cutest comeback ever,” the three-time Grand Slam runner-up posted on Instagram.
The 31-year-old, currently ranked 79th, added that she would be setting aside her career temporarily to focus on her new family life, as she is expecting a baby boy in April.
Jabeur, who has won five WTA singles titles during her career, has been open about her struggles with depression amid a demanding tour schedule.
Her announcement comes amid ongoing concerns over the strenuous tennis calendar.