American tennis star Danielle Collins, currently ranked world number nine, has decided to extend her career into 2025 after initially planning to retire at the end of 2024. The 30-year-old announced her decision on social media, explaining that her plans to retire and start a family after this season had not gone as expected.
Collins, known for her aggressive playing style and nicknamed “Danimal,” revealed she has been navigating health issues, including a diagnosis of endometriosis, which has complicated her family planning. “It is just going to take a little longer than I thought,” she shared in her post, adding that her story “has not reached its conclusion.
Despite these challenges, Collins has seen success this season, winning titles in Miami and Charleston. She is set to compete for the United States in the season-opening United Cup in January, suggesting her return to the Australian Open, where she reached the final in 2022.
Collins remains hopeful about her future on the court, saying, “While there are no guarantees in life, I hope to build on my 2024 momentum and keep playing until there is more certainty around my personal fertility journey.” Fans can look forward to more “epic matches” as she continues her career into 2025.
