CAROLINE WOZNIACKI is set to return to professional tennis at the US Open – and she believes she can win majors.
The Dane – a former world No.1 and Australian Open champion – retired in January 2020 and had two children with her husband, the former NBA player David Lee.
Yet in an interview with Vogue magazine, the 32-year-old has announced her plans to make a comeback because she has unfinished business within the sport.
US Open chiefs have awarded her a wildcard to play in the main draw in New York in late August and early September.
Wozniacki – a former fiancée to golfer Rory McIlroy – said: “Over these past three years away from the game I got to make up for lost time with my family.
“I became a mother and now have two beautiful children I am so grateful for.
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“But I still have goals I want to accomplish.
“I want to show my kids that you can pursue your dreams no matter your age or role. We decided as a family it’s time. I’m coming back to play and I can’t wait.
“Am I nervous? Not really. I’m coming back to something I love.
“Yes, I’ll be nervous before a match. I’m okay with that. I’m great with that.
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“Can I win the US Open? I think so.
“Can I win the Australian Open? I think so. That’s why I’m doing this. And I guess we’ll see what happens.
“I think it’s a great story. I think it’s awesome.”
Several elite players, like Serena Williams and Kim Clijsters, have become mums and then returned to the WTA Tour with varying degrees of success.
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