Five things to know about officially retired Strycova

On Tuesday, Barbora Strycova officially retired from the sport, posting a farewell note to her fans on social media.

"Dear fans...or I should say friends," Strycova wrote. "As you might have heard, I announced my retirement from professional tennis today. It feels weird. Until now, tennis was the only world I knew.

"I have always had enormous love for this amazing sport. Even though all the pain, tears, renunciation and sweat, all the great moment and victories were worth it!"

1

She's pregnant

On March 26, the former doubles No. 1 showed off a baby bump as she announced she was expecting her first child.

2

Maiden major semifinal

In 2019, the Czech reached her first career Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon, falling to eventual finalist Serena Williams. Strycova had yet to advance past the fourth round of a major.

3

Off-court partner

She has been in a long-term relationship with Petr Matejcek.

4

Trophy cabinet

The 35-year-old, who frequently partnered with Hsieh Su-wei, amassed 31 doubles titles—including 2019 Wimbledon crown—and two singles trophy.

5

Ranking milestones

Strycova reached a career-high ranking of No. 1 in doubles in July of 2019 and No. 16 in Singles in January of 2017.