Rising American tennis star Elizabeth Mandlik shocked fans and players alike today by announcing her decision to take an indefinite break from professional tennis. The 23-year-old, daughter of Hall of Famer Hana Mandlíková, cited personal reasons and the need to prioritize her mental health in a heartfelt social media post.
“This has been one of the toughest decisions of my life,” Mandlik wrote. “Tennis has been my world, but I need to step back and focus on myself.”
Mandlik, who broke into the top 100 earlier this year, was widely regarded as one of the sport’s brightest young talents. Her graceful playing style and tenacity on the court drew comparisons to her legendary mother.
Fans and fellow players have expressed their support, with Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff among those leaving encouraging messages.
Mandlik has not provided a timeline for her return, leaving the tennis community hopeful but uncertain about what’s next for this promising star.
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