Belgian tennis star Joachim Gérard has played his final international match in Belgium,expressing a mix of pride and disappointment. “It doesn’t mean I’m doing a cross on tennis,” Gérard stated. “I may come back to play for fun. But as a pro, it was the last international match in Belgium. I am a little disappointed; I would have liked to go to the end and win. But I made a bad match.” He noted the positive reception from the crowd during his exhibition match and quarter-final, appreciating his ability to still draw attention and promote the sport.
As the season nears its end, opportunities for the decorated player to compete on the circuit are diminishing. While his schedule is still being finalized, potential appearances include the US Open, contingent on receiving a wild card. He is also slated to participate in a tournament on the Ile de Ré in September, which he plans to use as a family break, and possibly the Masters in China for doubles later in the year.
“I am proud of my career,” Gérard reflected before departing TC Enghien.”There were ups, downs, but I don’
