Joe Salisbury retires from professional tennis at age 34
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:23 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
British tennis player Joe Salisbury has announced his retirement at the age of 34 through an emotional post on social media. Salisbury, a six-time Grand Slam doubles champion, last competed at the US Open where he reached the semi-finals in men's doubles with partner Rajeev Ram. After battling anxiety, he returned to the sport earlier this year but has now decided to end his professional career. Salisbury expressed pride in his achievements and gratitude for the support from family and friends throughout his journey in tennis.
- •Salisbury retires after an emotional decision shared on social media.
- •He captured six Grand Slam titles, four in men's doubles and two in mixed doubles.
- •Partnered with Rajeev Ram, he reached the US Open semi-finals last week.
- •Salisbury faced a five-month break earlier this year due to anxiety.
- •He expressed gratitude for the people and experiences throughout his career.
- 9:23 AMYahoo Sports — British six-time Grand Slam winner announces tennis retirement at age of 34
"The multiple major champion released an emotional statement on social media on Wednesday
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