In the high-stakes grind of professional tennis, most players keep going until their bodies simply refuse to cooperate. Caroline Garcia chose a different path. On May 23, 2025, the former world No. 4 announced she would step away from the sport after one last run at Roland Garros and a few select tournaments. It marked the end of a 15-year career that began when she was just 16. And after her first-round match in Cincinnati, she opened up about the real reason behind the decision.

Caroline Garcia lifted the French Open women’s doubles trophy in 2016 alongside compatriot Kristina Mladenovic. The win made them the first French pair to claim the title in 45 years. It was a landmark moment for French tennis.

Her singles résumé is equally impressive. The 31-year-old has collected 11 WTA T

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