The Greek tennis star Contemplated Walking Away During Pain-Filled Campaign

The tennis professional disclosed he pondered ending his career due to severe back issues throughout the season.

The 27-year-old, who has reached a career-high ranking of world number three, finished as runner-up against Novak Djokovic in the finals of the 2021 French Open alongside the 2023 Australian Open.

Currently placed 36th in the world after a limited schedule post a second-round departure in New York in August, he stated that ongoing treatment is finally showing positive results.

"My greatest anticipation lies in seeing how my body holds up under actual training concerning my injury," commented Tsitsipas.

"My primary worry was whether I could complete a match," the athlete continued, noting the injury plagued him "for the past half a year or more."

"I kept asking, 'Am I able to play in another match without discomfort?'"

"It was genuinely scary after the defeat in Flushing Meadows [to Germany's Daniel Altmaier]. I was unable to move for two days. That is the moment begin to question the path ahead."

Tsitsipas further mentioned satisfaction regarding his current recovery plan following the completion of an extended period of off-season preparation without any pain.

His next appearance with the Greek team in the United Cup, drawn against Team Japan led by Osaka and the Great Britain squad captained by Raducanu. The tournament will be held across Australian cities from 2 to 11 January, the week preceding the Australian Open.

"The greatest victory for 2026 would be to stop worrying over completing bouts," he expressed.

"It is incredibly encouraging realizing you completed a pre-season in good health – I hope it continues. I want to deliver during the upcoming season and for the United Cup.

"I have done the work. The most important thing is total belief in my ability to get back to where I was. I will try all means to make it happen."