By Richard Pagliaro | Thursday, June 11, 2026
Photograph credit score: Matthew Stockman/Getty
Dan Evans’ main homecoming will probably be a remaining farewell to tennis.
Former British No. 1 Evans introduced he’ll retire after the 2026 Wimbledon.
The 36-year-old Birmingham native reached a career-high rating of No. 21 in August of 2023 and received two profession singles titles.
Although he stands simply 5’9″, Evans used his versatility, one-handed slice backhand, topspin forehand and first-rate internet expertise to typically thwart more durable hitters. Evans defeated Alexander Zverev on the 2016 US Open and reached the spherical of 16 on the 2017 Australian Open and 2021 US Open.
“After an unbelievable journey, I needed to share some private information with you all. I will probably be retiring from skilled tennis following this yr’s Wimbledon championships,” Evans posted. “This sport has given me every part. The friendships, the experiences, the battles and even the onerous days have been particular in hindsight. I’ve cherished each single minute of being knowledgeable tennis participant.
“To my dad and mom, my spouse and my household, thanks to your unwavering assist by way of each excessive and low. None of this may have been attainable with out your assist.
“To each coach, coach, physio, sponsor and member of my staff through the years, the listing is just too lengthy to call individually, however every of you performed a component in shaping my profession and I’m really grateful.”
Evans was a member of the 2015 British Davis Cup squad, led by Andy Murray and brother Jamie Murray, that defeated host Belgium 3-1 to seize Nice Britain’s first Davis Cup championship in 79 years.
