Prajnesh Gunneswaran's Farewell: A Tennis Journey Concludes

Prajnesh Gunneswaran, a former ATP-ranked Indian tennis player and Asian Games bronze medalist, announced his retirement. Known for reaching a career-high singles ranking of World No. 75, Gunneswaran expressed gratitude to his fans and mentors while reflecting on his three-decade tennis journey, filled with memorable victories and lifelong friendships.

Prajnesh Gunneswaran, an iconic figure in Indian tennis, announced his retirement from professional sports on Friday. The 35-year-old revealed the decision on Instagram, closing a distinguished chapter that saw him clinch a bronze at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games.

Gunneswaran, who achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 75 in 2019, leaves a legacy of perseverance and passion. 'Tennis taught me discipline, resilience,' he shared, fondly reminiscing about his journey from Chennai to the globe's grandest stages.

Over his career, he competed in all four Grand Slam events, and secured a notable victory against a top-20 player, Nikoloz Basilashvili, in 2019. Expressing gratitude to his coaches, family, and fans, Gunneswaran concluded, 'Thank you, tennis, for the ride of a lifetime.'

(With inputs from agencies.)