NEW DELHI: Indian table tennis legend Rohan Bopanna announced his retirement after 22 years in the sport. 45-year-old Rohan played his last match against Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik in Paris earlier this week. Rohan Bopanna is the oldest player to reach the world number one ranking in doubles and the oldest Grand Slam winner. Rohan announced his retirement in a post shared on social media.

Rohan Bopanna’s social media post announcing retirement:

"A Goodbye... But Not The End.

How do you bid farewell to something that gave your life its meaning? After 20 unforgettable years on however, it's time... I'm officially hanging up my racquet.

As I write this, my heart feels both heavy and grateful. Starting my journey from a small town of Coorg in India, chopping blocks of wood to strengthen

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