Miami Open: Retirement Bound Danielle Collins Has The Perfect Opportunity to Replicate Pete Sampras’ Iconic Feat

The tennis fans are closely viewing the progress that Danielle Collins is making at the Miami Open. Ever since the WTA star announced that this season is likely to mark an end to her professional tennis career as a player, fans have been enjoying every moment, unsure which would be her last.

Proving to be a dominant force in the ongoing tournament, the tennis star recently secured a position in the semi-final by serving a 6-3 6-2 defeat to her opponent Maria Sakkari. Moving ahead with fine-offs of winning the title this year, the victory would mean a lot more than just a title win, marking a notable feat that the legendary player Pete Sampras was able to attain in his career.

Despite all the achievements that Pete Sampras cracked during his career, fans didn’t shed tears during his retirement but congratulated him for his amazing performance in the last-played tournament. Defeating another legend Andre Agassi in the finals of the US Open 2002, Sampras not only added another number to his grand slam portfolio but also created a soft edge to proudly announce his retirement.

Looking forward to the present, Danielle Collins has already announced that this year will be her last as a professional tennis player. Although the exact date of her farewell is still not decided, her possible victory at the ongoing WTA 1000 event can give birth to the idea of making the announcement. This will not only let her walk out with immense glory but will also draw a parallel with the legend Pete Sampras.

Danielle Collins to begin the ‘next chapter’ post-retirement

Regardless of the nature of her retirement, Danielle Collins is all set with her post-retirement plans. After announcing the plans to end her tennis career soon enough, the 30-year-old also revealed her desire to be a part of the sport.

“At this point I feel like I’m ready for the next chapter, and I’m really excited about it. I needed to have an end date and it gives my family and friends the ability to come support me in some final tournaments. I think that will be really special,” Collins said, being excited about the upcoming chapter along with possessing no sadness about getting herself off the track.

As the tennis star looks forward to the upcoming semi-final match that could possibly bring her face-to-face against Jessica Pegula, it still remains to be seen if she will be able to complete her run for the title.

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