Australian Open, Iga Swiatek, Danielle Collins, final season 2024

American tennis player Danielle Collins announced that the 2024 WTA Tour season will be her last, citing other life goals.

American tennis player Danielle Collins has announced that the 2024 WTA Tour season will be her last year on the tour after her second-round loss to world no. 1 Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open. The announcement was made following her defeat, with Collins expressing her excitement about the next phase of her life.

Collins, who reached the final in 2022, put up a strong fight against Swiatek, coming back from a set and a breakdown to take a commanding lead in the third set before ultimately falling short. Reflecting on her decision to retire, Collins shared that she feels she has had a successful career despite the challenges of the sport, including travel and scheduling.

The American player also expressed her desire to pursue other goals and priorities outside of tennis, particularly mentioning her aspiration to start a family. Collins' decision to retire comes after several notable achievements in her career, including reaching her first major final at the Australian Open in 2022 and securing victories against top-ranked opponents.

Looking back on her journey, Collins reflected on the ups and downs of her career, expressing gratitude for the experiences she has had in the sport. While her retirement marks the end of her competitive tennis career, Collins looks forward to the opportunities and adventures that lie ahead in the next chapter of her life.