Canadian Tennis Icon Milos Raonic Retires After 18 Remarkable Years
The Canadian tennis community is bidding farewell to Milos Raonic, who has announced his retirement after an impressive 18-year career. The announcement came via a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Milos Raonic’s Tennis Journey
Born in Thornhill, Ontario, Raonic is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished male tennis players in Canadian history. He achieved his highest ranking of No. 3 in November 2016, marking a remarkable peak in his professional journey.
Historic Achievements
- First Canadian to reach a Grand Slam final (2016)
- Runner-up at Wimbledon (2016) against Andy Murray
- A total of 8 ATP Tour titles won
- Competed in finals at 15 different tournaments
Recent Matches
Raonic’s last competitive match took place during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. In the first round, he faced German player Dominik Koepfer and was eliminated in straight sets.
Before that, Raonic played at the National Bank Open in Toronto in 2023. In this event, he was defeated by American Mackenzie McDonald in the Round of 16.
As Raonic steps away from professional tennis, he leaves behind a legacy that has inspired many aspiring athletes in Canada and beyond. His contributions to the sport will not be forgotten.
