Follow usJohn Isner will end his professional career after the upcoming US Open. The 38-year-old American, who has been playing since 2007, has 16 singles titles, with the one in Miami in 2018 being the most significant of his career.
“After 17 years, it’s time to say goodbye to professional tennis. The transition won’t be easy, but I’m going to spend every second with my family and that makes me happy. The US Open will be my last tournament,” Isner announced.
After 17+ years on the @atptour, it’s time to say goodbye to professional tennis. This transition won’t be easy but I’m looking forward to every second of it with my amazing family.
The @usopen will be my final event. Time to lace ‘em up one last time. ❤️ ♥️ 💜 pic.twitter.com/GyRTXGNK8G
— John Isner (@JohnIsner) August 23, 2023
The American has a record 14,411 aces in his career and is still holding the record for the fastest serve – 253 km/h. He hit it during the first round of the Davis Cup in 2016. Isner also won the longest match in history, lasting 11 hours and 5 minutes at Wimbledon in 2010.
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