The path to the tennis court after career-threatening setbacks can often be a long one.
It’s one Petra Kvitova, this year’s Australian Open finalist, had to travel recently after being the victim of a home invasion, and it’s also a trek that Jack Sock and Andy Murray—both working their way back from injury layoffs—will resume at the ATP 500-level event in Washington, DC.
As Sock and Murray try to work their way back in the form, here’s a look at five players they could look to emulate.
1
Serena Williams
As much as she’s dominated the game for the bulk of her career, Williams has had to work her way back to the top on numerous occasions. Her latest feat only added to her status as an icon that’s transcended the sport: In 2018, Williams reached two Grand Slam finals—at Wimbledon and the US Open—shortly after taking time away from the game to become a mother for the first time.
2
Novak Djokovic