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Olympic badminton champion Huang Yaqiong announces her retirement from China’s national team, ending a remarkable career highlighted by a mixed doubles gold at the Paris Olympics.
Chinese sprint star and men’s 100m Asian record holder Su Bingtian announces he will retire after the 15th National Games in November 2025, co-hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao.
Chinese badminton champion Zheng Siwei has announced his retirement from international competition, with the upcoming BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou set to be his final appearance.
Rafael Nadal has officially retired from professional tennis after a remarkable 23-year career. We reflect on his greatest legacy, memorable rivalries, and the future of men’s tennis.
Rafael Nadal ends his legendary career with an emotional Davis Cup defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp, marking the close of a remarkable 20-year journey.
Rafael Nadal is focused on helping Spain win the Davis Cup in Malaga this week, putting thoughts of his impending retirement aside to concentrate on team success.
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announces his retirement from professional tennis after an injury-plagued final season, culminating at the upcoming Davis Cup Finals in Spain.
Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, announces his retirement after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, concluding an illustrious but injury-hit career.
Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal announces he will retire after the Davis Cup final in November, concluding a remarkable career that includes 22 Grand Slam titles and a record 14 French Open victories.
Andres Iniesta announced his retirement at 40, and longtime teammate Lionel Messi paid tribute to the midfielder’s ‘magic.’ The duo’s partnership at Barcelona leaves a lasting legacy in football.
Uruguay’s star striker Luis Suarez has announced his retirement from international football after the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifier against Paraguay, ending a remarkable 16-year career with the national team.
Cristiano Ronaldo announces he may retire at Saudi club Al Nassr but intends to continue playing for Portugal’s national team. The 39-year-old expresses happiness with his club and country.
German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer announces his retirement from international football, ending a distinguished career that inspired fans across Asia and the world.
Five-time Olympic medalist Tom Daley has announced his retirement from diving, ending a remarkable career that spanned five Olympic Games.
Spanish basketball legend Rudy Fernandez announces retirement after Spain’s elimination from the 2024 Paris Olympics, ending a remarkable career spanning six Olympic Games.
South African swimmer Tatjana Smith becomes the nation’s most decorated Olympian with two gold and two silver medals, and announces her retirement, marking the end of an illustrious career.
Thomas Muller, 34, announced his retirement from international football after Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign. With 131 caps and 45 goals, Muller’s career has been marked by remarkable achievements.
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that Euro 2024 in Germany will be his last European Championship, marking the end of his illustrious international career with Portugal.
China’s Zheng Qinwen defeated France’s Alize Cornet in the first round of the French Open, marking the end of Cornet’s nearly two-decade professional tennis career.
Rafael Nadal has expressed uncertainty about whether the 2024 French Open will be his last appearance, acknowledging the possibility but refusing to make any definitive statements.