Post by Bruce on Apr 9, 2007 20:10:41 GMT
Rusedski Announces Retirement After Davis Cup Triumph
Greg Rusedski announced his retirement following Great Britain’s Davis Cup victory over the Netherlands at the weekend. The big-serving left-hander went out on a high note, clinching the tie with a doubles victory partnering Jamie Murray.
Rusedski, 33, won 15 career ATP singles and three doubles titles, and reached a career-high No. 4 in the ATP Rankings on Oct. 6, 1997. That year he reached his lone Grand Slam final at the US Open, losing to Patrick Rafter. He also advanced to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon (l. to Pioline).
In 1998, he claimed the biggest title of his career at ATP Masters Series Paris where he defeated No. 1 Pete Sampras in the final.
Rusedski ends his playing days with a singles match record of 436 wins and 287 losses at ATP level. He earned USD 8.9 million in prize money during his career.
"It was a proud moment considering this is going to be my last match," Rusedski told the BBC. "I'm retired now. I can enjoy life like everybody else. Now it's time to move on."
Rusedski left open the possibility of continuing to serve Great Britain's Davis Cup team - this time, in an off-court capacity.
"I've spoken to (LTA chief executive) Roger Draper - hopefully there will be a possibility of working with the youngsters," Rusedski told the BBC.
"I've got vast experience, having got to a Grand Slam final. I know what it takes to become a player. I'd love to still be part of the Davis Cup as well. I'd still like to be involved in tennis, giving back and working with the youngsters. I'd like to try and give back as much as I possibly can."
Greg Rusedski announced his retirement following Great Britain’s Davis Cup victory over the Netherlands at the weekend. The big-serving left-hander went out on a high note, clinching the tie with a doubles victory partnering Jamie Murray.
Rusedski, 33, won 15 career ATP singles and three doubles titles, and reached a career-high No. 4 in the ATP Rankings on Oct. 6, 1997. That year he reached his lone Grand Slam final at the US Open, losing to Patrick Rafter. He also advanced to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon (l. to Pioline).
In 1998, he claimed the biggest title of his career at ATP Masters Series Paris where he defeated No. 1 Pete Sampras in the final.
Rusedski ends his playing days with a singles match record of 436 wins and 287 losses at ATP level. He earned USD 8.9 million in prize money during his career.
"It was a proud moment considering this is going to be my last match," Rusedski told the BBC. "I'm retired now. I can enjoy life like everybody else. Now it's time to move on."
Rusedski left open the possibility of continuing to serve Great Britain's Davis Cup team - this time, in an off-court capacity.
"I've spoken to (LTA chief executive) Roger Draper - hopefully there will be a possibility of working with the youngsters," Rusedski told the BBC.
"I've got vast experience, having got to a Grand Slam final. I know what it takes to become a player. I'd love to still be part of the Davis Cup as well. I'd still like to be involved in tennis, giving back and working with the youngsters. I'd like to try and give back as much as I possibly can."