Dodin: "I must be the first tennis player to compete after a breast enhancement"
The French tennis player, who reached 47th in the world, has been out of the courts for a long time due to injury and took advantage to undergo a surgery that has surprised.
There are still many stigmas surrounding the female body and sports, but Océane Dodin has no qualms about discussing her new reality. The Frenchwoman has been off the courts for almost a year due to a strange ear problem, a time she took advantage of to undergo breast augmentation without considering that it could affect her athletic performance.
A quarterfinalist in the 2024 Australian Open, former world number 47, and a competitive player in major tournaments for years, Océane Dodin has faced a challenging period in her professional career over the last year. She shares her story with RMC Sports, where she explains that an inner ear injury has kept her out of competition for a long time. During this period, among many other things, she underwent a breast augmentation surgery, something she had always wanted to do, speaking about it openly and believing it won't hinder her performance.
Looking at this case, it is inevitable to recall the situation of Simona Halep, who at the beginning of her career decided to undergo a breast reduction due to the difficulty she experienced competing at the highest level because of the large size of her breasts. The Romanian made a brave decision, influenced by mobility issues, neck and back injuries, and difficulties in executing complete and fluid shots.
- Dodin explains why she decided to have breast augmentation
Therefore, Dodin's decision comes as a surprise, and she explains the matter. "I have no shame in admitting that I had breast surgery. I had wanted to do it for a long time, and since I knew I would be out of play for a while, I took advantage of this period because you have to be inactive for two months after the operation. I told myself that it was time to do what I desired, better now than after my career ends. I don't regret it at all; everyone told me I wouldn't be able to play after the surgery, as if I had put on watermelons," says the Frenchwoman with a laugh.
"They are not small, but there are suitable bras, and I feel comfortable playing with them. I discussed extensively with my surgeon about the impacts the implants could have on my game, and he assured me they wouldn't be a problem. He gave me some guidelines, and so far, everything is going well. I talk about it openly; I have nothing to be ashamed of. However, I must be the first tennis player to compete after a breast augmentation surgery," says Dodin, who returned to the courts this week after being out for many months.
A serious problem in her inner ear has forced the Frenchwoman to take a break. "I have had this for ten years, and we don't know what to do. I feel worst in sunny and hot conditions. I feel dizzy and very unstable. I am most comfortable playing on indoor courts. I want to give myself the chance to return to my best level. It will be physically challenging to regain the optimal physical condition, but I trust I can achieve it," stated Océane Dodin, whose story will spark various opinions.
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