STARNBERG, February 15, 2025
Fernando Verdasco has officially announced his retirement from professional tennis. While he had not been competing regularly on the tour in recent years and had already taken steps into coaching, working with Alejandro Davidovich and other players, he had not formally declared the end of his playing career—until now.
Verdasco revealed that next week’s Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha will be his final tournament, marking the conclusion of a career that spanned over two decades. In a highly symbolic farewell, the Spaniard will play doubles alongside Novak Djokovic, the last remaining member of the “Big Three” still active following the retirements of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
In an emotional statement shared on social media, Verdasco expressed his gratitude and excitement for this special moment.
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Verdasco retires at 41 years old, having been one of Spain’s most accomplished players of the 21st century. Part of the golden generation that accompanied Rafael Nadal’s success, he reached a career-high ranking of World No. 7 in 2009 and captured seven ATP Tour singles titles, including the Barcelona Open in 2010. He also competed in 16 finals on the ATP Tour.
A key figure in Spain’s Davis Cup victories, Verdasco played 31 matches across 19 ties, winning the title in 2008, 2009, and 2011. His crucial victory in the 2008 final against Argentina in Mar del Plata secured Spain’s triumph. Additionally, he won the 2013 ATP Finals in doubles alongside David Marrero.
