Genie Bouchard will retire from tennis after a final appearance in Montreal
Getty Images
MONTREAL — Genie Bouchard, who reached the Wimbledon final and two other Grand Slam semifinals in 2014, is retiring from tennis.
The Canadian will play in the National Bank Open in Montreal later this month before ending her career, Tennis Canada said Wednesday.
The organization said Bouchard, 31, would be given a wild card into the tournament in her hometown.
'You'll know when it's time. For me, it's now,' Bouchard posted on social media, along with pictures of herself playing. 'Ending where it all started: Montreal.'
Bouchard reached No. 5 in the WTA rankings and in 2014 won her lone singles title. She lost to Petra Kvitova in the Wimbledon final after also reaching the semifinals that year at the Australian Open and French Open.
She got back to the quarterfinals in Australia in 2015, but her career was never the same after she slipped on a wet locker room floor at the U.S. Open later that year and suffered a concussion that forced her to withdraw before her fourth-round match. She sued the U.S. Tennis Association and a jury found that the organization was 75% at fault and she was 25% to blame.
Bouchard helped Canada win its lone Billie Jean King Cup title in 2023 but has mostly switched to pickleball, playing just one match on tour this season. She has a career singles record of 299-230.
'She has been one of the most important figures in the history of our sport in Canada and a trailblazer who redefined what Canadian tennis could be,' said Valerie Tetreault, the National Bank Open tournament director. 'We are proud of everything she has done, as a player and role model, and we can't wait to see her in action one last time at IGA Stadium this summer.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Post
an hour ago
- New York Post
Bryson DeChambeau's stunning 54-hole finish leaves him with major British Open regret
PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland — Bryson DeChambeau looked like he'd played his way out of the British Open on Thursday, when he posted an opening-round 7-over 78. From there, though, he went on a tear, shooting 65 in the second round to make the cut on the number. That was followed by a third-round 68 and a final-round 64 on Sunday. It all added up to a stunning tie for 10th for DeChambeau. His total of 197 over the final 54 holes was the second-lowest ever in an Open. Only Henrik Stenson, en route to winning in 2016, bettered that with 196. 5 Bryson DeChambeau reacts during the final round of the British Open on July 20. Getty Images 'It was a fun three days,' DeChambeau said. 'I was really proud of the way I turned it around and gave myself actually some hope. It was a very emotional week. I came in feeling like my game was right there, and all of sudden it was not there. 5 Bryson DeChambeau hits a shot during the final round of the British Open on July 20. Imagn Images 5 Bryson DeChambeau acknowledges the spectators during the final round of the British Open on July 20. AP 'I was able to hold myself together under the pressure and fight for every shot. I'm super proud of the round I played today. Just wish I could have that 78 back.' Harris English finished runner-up to Scottie Scheffler at 13-under, which was four shots out of the lead. It's the second time he's played bridesmaid to Scheffler in a major this year. 5 Harris English attempts a shot during the final round of the British Open on July 20. Mike Frey-Imagn Images English was tied for second at the PGA Championship, which Scheffler won in May. 'Losing to Scottie twice in two majors, the only guy to beat me at the PGA and this week,'' English said. 'I'm playing some good golf. Just need to clean it up a little bit. One of my two goals this year were to make it to the Tour Championship and make that Ryder Cup team, and hopefully I've moved myself a little bit closer to that, and hopefully I can get in that top six to lock up a spot.'' Rory McIlroy, of course, is bullish on Portrush because he's from Northern Ireland, but he raved about the venue. 'Honestly, I think Portrush has quickly turned into one of the best two or three venues that The Open goes to,' McIlroy said. 'Talk to every player this week, and they won't say one single bad thing about the golf course. Then I just think the way it sets up, from a logistical standpoint, I think the R&A have worked so well with the local government to make sure everything runs smoothly. 5 Rory McIlroy is pictured at Royal Portrush Golf Club during the final round of the British Open on July 20. Getty Images 'It's only been six years since 2019. I'm not sure Portrush is going to have The Open every six years — that would be nice — but I would obviously love it to keep coming back.'
New York Post
an hour ago
- New York Post
Chris Gotterup turned ‘house money' into British Open breakthrough that could have Ryder Cup implications
PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland — Chris Gotterup gave himself one hell of a 26th birthday present Sunday: a third-place finish in the British Open. It's actually been a hell of a birthday week. A week ago Sunday, Gotterup changed his life with a win at the Scottish Open, the biggest victory of his career and a win that qualified him for Portrush this week, his first career Open appearance. He outdueled fan favorite Rory McIlroy in the final grouping of the Scottish, which put added significance on the win. The native of Little Silver, N.J., who played his college golf at Rutgers and Oklahoma, was handed a red velvet birthday cake as he did a post-round interview with Sky Sports. 4 Chris Gotterup of the United States acknowledges the crowd on the 18th green during day four of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. Getty Images He talked all week about how this week was 'house money' and 'free golf' for him since he wasn't supposed to be here in the first place. Gotterup turned that house money into pure gold with his performance, finishing 12-under par for the week, five shots behind winner and world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and one shot behind runner-up Harris English. His world ranking, which was 49th entering the week, climbed to No. 27, which puts him in position to play the FedEx Cup playoffs and to have a chance to get to the Tour Championship and — wait for this — insert himself into the conversation as a possible U.S. Ryder Cup team member. 4 Chris Gotterup of the United States tees off on the first hole during day four of The 153rd Open Championship. Getty Images When he was finished with post-round interviews, Gotterup crossed a large footbridge to get to the players clubhouse to meet up with his parents and found fans still in the grandstand yelling out his name and congratulating him. A young fan below the bridge asked him for his hat, and he tossed it to him. Before Gotterup came to Europe to play the Scottish, none of these people even knew who he was. 4 Chris Gotterup of the U.S. shakes hands with Harris English of the U.S. on the 18th green after finishing their final round. REUTERS 'At some point, I would have hoped to be in a position like this, but I don't know if I would have expected it to come this soon,' Gotterup told The Post. 'It's really just been a whirlwind two weeks. I feel like my belief levels are improved. I've been surprised with how comfortable I've been in these scenarios, and that's a nice feeling to know that I can step up to the plate and deliver when needed.' English, Sunday's runner-up and a PGA Tour veteran with multiple wins, was paired with Gotterup on Sunday for the first time and said he was 'awesome.' 'What he did last week was awesome to see, going toe-to-toe with Rory at the Scottish Open, and I think this is his first time playing links golf,' English said. 'It's his first Open Championship. His ball flight suits this place. He can flight it, and he can smash it. 4 Chris Gotterup putts on the 6th green on day four of the 153rd Open Championship. AFP via Getty Images 'I've played in nine or 10 of these, and my best finish was 14th. So for him in his first one, [to] finish third is pretty incredible. He's got a heck of a game, and I know the best is in front of him.' Gotterup's caddie, Brady Stockton, talked about how 'this has all happened really fast' and how impressed he is with the way Gotterup has handled it all. 'I feel like he's just in a really good place mentally, and I know he's put in a lot of hard work with that, and it's paying off,' Stockton told The Post. 'I had been saying to a bunch of people going into last week that if we can just get a top 10, I feel like he'll be off and running. He just kind of had to crack through and get a little better result. He kept saying to me, 'I'm playing well, and I feel like I should be getting better results.' 'It was just patience. So when last week came, he was ready when the opportunity presented itself.'
New York Post
an hour ago
- New York Post
Bengals sign Desmond Ridder to add depth behind Joe Burrow
Former starter-turned-backup Desmond Ridder has agreed to join the Bengals, adding depth behind Joe Burrow. Cincinnati officially announced Ridder's signing Sunday, filling out a quarterback room behind Joe Burrow that already includes Jake Browning and Payton Thorne. Ridder, who turns 26 before Week 1, brings prior starting experience along with multiple backup stints to Cincinnati. Advertisement After being made a third-round selection by the Falcons in 2022, he started 18 games — including 13 in 2023, when he threw for 2,836 yards, 12 touchdowns and 12 interceptions with a 64.2 completion percentage. 3 Desmond Ridder is signing with the Cincinnati Bengals. Getty Images In Atlanta, things unraveled mid‑season in 2023 after Ridder entered as the starting quarterback. Advertisement He was benched after turnover struggles and uninspiring play, which ultimately led to the team adding Kirk Cousins in free agency last year, along with Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Ridder has recorded 4,002 passing yards, 16 touchdowns and 14 interceptions, alongside 293 rushing yards and three rushing scores for his career. He had a stint with the Raiders in 2024, appearing in six games and making one start. 3 Desmond Ridder leaves the field after warm ups before their game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chargers defeated the Raiders 34-20. Getty Images Advertisement He threw for 458 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in Las Vegas, and he completed 52-of-85 passes for 61.2 percent. Ridder also played his college football at Cincinnati, where he helped lead the team to a 13-1 record in the 2021 season, earning an American Athletic Conference championship with a 35-20 win over Houston. The season concluded with a 27-6 loss to Alabama in the Cotton Bowl Classic. 3 Joe Burrow will be starting ahead of Desmond Ridder. Imagn Images Advertisement Ridder threw for 3,334 passing yards with 30 touchdowns and eight interceptions, and he also completed 64.9 percent of his passes. Not all roster business is running smoothly in Cincinnati, though. First-round rookie Shemar Stewart remains unsigned amid disputes over his rookie contract. Veterans will report for NFL training camp on July 22. Meanwhile, star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson is holding out and reportedly seeking a long-term extension.
