Ons Jabeur returned to training with a view to her return to the WTA circuit.

Ons Jabeur surprises the tennis world by announcing the start of her physical preparation to return to the professional circuit, less than two months after becoming a mother. The Tunisian, known as the “Minister of Happiness” in women’s tennis, shared images of her first gym workouts, reigniting expectations for her return to a sport where she has already been a runner-up in three Grand Slam tournaments.

After nearly a year away from competition, Jabeur, a former world number 2, is now showing concrete signs that she intends to return to playing at the highest level. It is worth recalling that the 31-year-old tennis player withdrew in the first round of Wimbledon 2025, before announcing her pregnancy in November of the same year and pausing her career to focus on her family. The birth of her son, Elyan Kammoun, on April 20, marked a personal and emotional milestone, but the Tunisian legend has not wasted any time and is already working to regain her physical shape, although there is still no date set for her official return to competition.

The return of Ons Jabeur to the forefront of world tennis is of great significance, not only for the symbolism of combining motherhood and high-level sport, but also for the impact it could have on the women’s WTA circuit. The player’s prolonged absence has left a void in the world elite, especially among fans from the Middle East and North Africa, for whom Jabeur is a true reference both on and off the courts. Her ability to inspire new generations, combined with her charisma and determination, keeps her name among the most prominent in world tennis.

In statements to Vogue Arabia made a few months ago, Jabeur explained her cautious approach: “I want to give myself time to understand how my body reacts,” emphasized the athlete. “I don’t want to rush things. But I would definitely like to return to the circuit and compete for a few more years.” These words, now accompanied by motivating images from her first post-baby training sessions, suggest an athlete determined to write a new chapter in her sports career. On her official profile, the former world number 2 shared: “Back to work, with a little more love in my heart than before,” reinforcing the emotional tone of this return.

The Tunisian athlete went through a less positive phase before her break, having lost some competitive consistency that had propelled her into the spotlight of women’s tennis between 2022 and 2023, years in which she was a finalist at Wimbledon and the US Open. In 2024, her performance was compromised due to health issues, including respiratory difficulties caused by asthma during the Australian Open, and a series of injuries that limited her ability to compete at the highest level. The inconsistency of her results and early exits at Roland Garros and Wimbledon precipitated the decision to stop, at a time when the ranking already reflected her drop in performance.

The process of return is still in its embryonic phase, with no official date for the competition, but Jabeur’s intention is clear: to reclaim her place among the best in the world. The question now is when and where her much-anticipated comeback will take place and what the real impact will be on the hierarchy of international women’s tennis. Her experience, combined with mental strength and family support, could be key to a successful return.

In the coming weeks, Ons Jabeur is expected to intensify her physical and technical preparation, aiming to regain the competitive form that allowed her to win several WTA titles and compete for Grand Slam trophies. The circuit eagerly awaits the announcement of her first official competition after motherhood, a moment that promises to be one of the highlights of the season, both for its symbolism and sports potential. For now, the tennis world looks to Jabeur as an example of resilience, courage, and ambition, hoping her return will bring new energy to the international landscape.

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