Chris Eubanks announced his retirement from professional tennis on Monday, while also leaving the door open for a return to the road.
The 29-year-old American posted the following on social media:
“If you had told the little boy from Atlanta that he would have accomplished everything he did, he wouldn’t have believed you,” the media wrote. “2 time acc player of the year? Yeah right. Wimbledon [quarterfinalist]? There is no chance. The Olympics? It cannot be compared. I was given (a) the opportunity to travel the world and build amazing relationships all while achieving a lifelong dream of playing professional tennis. I can’t put into words how blessed I am. Is this completely the end?! It’s hard to say something (…) but if so, whoopty doo!!! It’s been an amazing ride. “
Eubanks’ career high came in 2023, when he broke into the top 100 for the first time in his career at the Miami Masters. Following his QuarterFinal quarter in the Masters 1000 Event, which was the first time the Georgia Tech Standout won the ATT title of the Lone ATP of his career in the investment of Mallorca and reached the places of Wimbledon.
After falling to Noah 29 in the world, Eubanks is back outside the top 100 by the end of 2024. He has played sparingly this season while focusing on what he will pursue full-time: Tennis commentary.
