Kudla: "I didn't expect to achieve any of this"

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The new season has barely begun, and we already have a big surprise. Denis Kudla announced his retirement after winning his last match on the circuit at the United Cup 2025, which his country ended up winning. The 32-year-old American bids farewell to a career full of emotions, highs, and a few lows. With his retirement accepted and made public, the former world number 53 takes a brief look back at his tennis journey.

"I was quite a wild kid, and my parents saw that personality in me. They told me that if I didn't get into something disciplined, I'd probably be in trouble, and they were probably right," Denis recalled in an interview with the official ATP.

His Last Match

"It was very emotional. I would say I cried several times, and I'm not one to cry. I didn't expect the emotions to overwhelm me. I thought that match was just to step onto the court, participate, and play, but it turned into a special moment. I didn't think I was going to retire on a court, especially a fairly crowded one, and representing my country, which means everything to me. I'm glad everything happened this way because I feel like I've really finished. I'm truly retired."

A Recap of His Career

"I played against the Big 4 several times, against all of them except Rafa, which was only once, but still, I played against all. I got to play on Centre Court at Wimbledon. I've competed on all the big courts except Roland Garros. I reached the Top 100; I established myself there. Now that I'm retired, I feel like I've played against 80% of the circuit. I faced many legends. I didn't expect to do any of this. I think, as individual athletes, we are very hard on ourselves and sometimes doubt our abilities unless you are in the top five."

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