Mandlikova Calls Quits to Singles Career
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EASTBOURNE, England — After 13 years, $3 million and four Grand Slam titles, Hana Mandlikova is calling it quits for her singles career after Wimbledon.
The 28-year-old Mandlikova, who rose to No. 3 in the rankings but is now 31st on the computer, made her announcement today at the Pilkington Glass Championships in Eastbourne.
“I am like an orange without any juice,” she said. “The determination is not there, the motivation is not there, and I am too proud to be losing to players I should not lose to. That is why I am walking away.”
Mandlikova will continue to play doubles at selected events and will make a limited number of appearances in exhibition matches.
During her 13-year career, Mandlikova earned more than $3 million.
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