Kvitova Retires: Wimbledon Farewell
- LONDON-Petra Kvitova, the two-time Wimbledon champion, played her final match at the All England Club on Tuesday, losing to Emma Navarro 6-3, 6-1. The 35-year-old Czech tennis star...
- Kvitova, who won Wimbledon in 2011 and 2014, accepted a wild-card invitation to this year's tournament after missing last year on maternity leave.
- Navarro, 24, acknowledged Kvitova's inspiring comeback after having a child, highlighting her significant role in tennis.
Petra KvitovaS legendary Wimbledon chapter concludes. The two-time champion,after a valiant effort,played her final match at the All England Club,marking the end of her notable role in the tournament. Prepare for the final act,as Kvitova sets her sights on the U.S. Open, the final tournament of her illustrious tennis career. The Czech star, who triumphed in 2011 and 2014, will retire after September’s major, shifting beyond the court. Emma Navarro acknowledged Kvitova’s inspiring return to the court. News directory 3 has the full recap of Kvitova’s farewell. This Wimbledon exit signifies not an absolute end, but a change. What are her future plans as a fan?
Kvitova Bids Farewell to Wimbledon, Focuses on Final Role at US Open
Updated July 2, 2025
LONDON-Petra Kvitova, the two-time Wimbledon champion, played her final match at the All England Club on Tuesday, losing to Emma Navarro 6-3, 6-1. The 35-year-old Czech tennis star plans to retire after the U.S.Open in September,ending her prominent role in the sport.
Kvitova, who won Wimbledon in 2011 and 2014, accepted a wild-card invitation to this year’s tournament after missing last year on maternity leave. Her career includes victories over Maria Sharapova in 2011 and Eugenie Bouchard in 2014 to secure her Wimbledon titles.
Navarro, 24, acknowledged Kvitova’s inspiring comeback after having a child, highlighting her significant role in tennis.
“This place holds the best memories I could wish for,” Kvitova said during an emotional on-court interview. “I never dreamed of winning a Wimbledon and I won it twice. This is somthing very special. I will miss Wimbledon without a doubt. I will miss tennis, I will miss you fans.But I’m ready for the next chapter in life as well, and I can’t wait to be back as a member.”
Kvitova emphasized the U.S. Open will be her last tournament,citing a shift in motivation and the physical demands of the sport.
What’s next
Kvitova will prepare for her final tournament,the U.S. Open, before transitioning to a new phase in her life after a celebrated career. Her role as a player will shift to that of a fan.