Recognized as a Wimbledon finalist on two occasions, Jabeur has been affectionately called the ‘Minister of Happiness’ due to her radiant disposition.
Nevertheless, she communicated that she was prioritizing her well-being by withdrawing temporarily from the circuit, aiming “to breathe, to recuperate, and to find again the pleasure of just being alive”.
In a Sky Sports interview the previous week, Jabeur expressed her feeling that the demands of the tennis calendar “are exhausting everyone” – mirroring remarks made by figures such as Iga Swiatek, a six-time Grand Slam victor, who has voiced concerns about the season’s duration and rigor.
Jabeur, who holds the distinction of being the highest-ranked player from an Arab country in the Women’s Tennis Association’s rankings, has secured victory in five WTA singles tournaments.
