"After 14 years on the tour, a career-high ranking of No. 30, two major quarterfinals appearances and a 2017 Billie Jean King Cup championship as part of the American team, Rogers had known for much of the season that 2024 would be her last."
"But for now I'm excited. I'm happy. So I feel like I'm still in that in-between period. But when my sister texted me, I was like, 'Wait, what am I supposed to do? What does that even mean?"
"She knew it was time. But while some players announce their impending retirement or undergo a farewell tour, Rogers wanted none of that. As a self-described 'very emotional person,' she knew having to formally say goodbye to everything she worked for would be too much for her."
"I think the longer I go without practicing or playing a tournament, it'll feel a little more realistic. I feel like I'm still in that in-between period."
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