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Dominic Thiem Retires: Injury Forces Tennis Star's Exit

11/23/2025

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Dominic Thiem, an Austrian professional tennis player, announced his retirement from tennis at age 31 after a first-round defeat at the Vienna Open.
He cited a persistent wrist injury, present since childhood, as a major factor in his decision.
Thiem is a former US Open champion who won 17 ATP titles.
He struggled to regain form after a 10-month injury layoff.
His tennis racquet will be auctioned for charity.

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Dominic Thiem, an Austrian professional tennis player, announced his retirement from tennis at age 31 after a first-round defeat at the Vienna Open.
He cited a persistent wrist injury, present since childhood, as a major factor in his decision.
Thiem is a former US Open champion who won 17 ATP titles.
He struggled to regain form after a 10-month injury layoff.
His tennis racquet will be auctioned for charity.