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‘I still have some years left in me to play’: Grigor Dimitrov rules out retirement as he fights for a top-100 return

Grigor Dimitrov has no intention of walking away from tennis just yet, with the former world No. 3 insisting that he still has years left in his career despite a difficult period marked by injuries, ranking struggles and the challenge…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 12:30 AM
‘I still have some years left in me to play’: Grigor Dimitrov rules out retirement as he fights for a top-100 return
Key Things to Know
  • Grigor Dimitrov ruled out retirement, insisting he still has several years left to compete.
  • The 35-year-old former world No. 3 is currently ranked No. 124 in the world.
  • Dimitrov has no ranking points to defend over the closing months of the 2026 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Grigor Dimitrov has dismissed retirement speculation, stating he still has years left in his career despite dropping to world No. 124. The 35-year-old former world No. 3 is targeting a return to the top 100 after battling through injuries and physical consistency issues.

Dimitrov suffered a pectoral injury against Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon in 2025, which interrupted his momentum. He has shown recent signs of recovery, reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon this year, and faces no ATP ranking points to defend during the closing months of the 2026 season.

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