Camila Giorgi Confirms 2027 Return to Professional Tennis
Italian tennis star Camila Giorgi has officially confirmed her plans to return to professional tennis in 2027, ending speculation about her future in the sport after a quiet departure in 2024. The former world No. 26 and Wimbledon quarter-finalist made the announcement during a recent Instagram Q&A session with fans, where she repeatedly stated her intention to resume competition in three years’ time.
Giorgi, who turned 34 in 2024, walked away from the WTA Tour following her loss to Iga Świątek at the Miami Open in May 2024 without issuing a formal statement or participating in a farewell tour. Her retirement came as a surprise to many, especially given her recent form and past achievements, including four WTA titles and a career-high ranking of world No. 26.
Reason Behind the Hiatus
In her initial explanation for stepping away, Giorgi cited burnout and a desire to focus on her other professional pursuits, particularly her work as a lingerie model. She emphasized that the decision was not impulsive but the result of years of consideration.
“I wanted to quit for years, being a tennis player is a hard life,” Giorgi said at the time of her retirement. “I put it off for a long time until, in May, one morning, I decided to do it. I told my father.”
She also addressed various rumors surrounding her departure, including unfounded claims about tax issues in Italy and allegations of unpaid rent or stolen property, which she dismissed as “fake news.” Giorgi maintained that her exit was solely due to personal and professional fatigue, not external pressures.
Preparing for a Comeback
Despite her retirement, Giorgi has remained connected to the sport. During her Instagram Q&A, she revealed that she continues to work as a coach while training with the goal of returning to the WTA Tour in 2027. Although she has not yet selected specific tournaments for her comeback, she expressed enthusiasm about returning to competitive play.
“Yes, in 2027,” Giorgi replied when asked by a fan whether she would return to tournament tennis. She confirmed the timeline multiple times during the session, reinforcing her commitment to a three-year hiatus before resuming her career.
Career Highlights
Before her retirement, Giorgi established herself as one of Italy’s most talented players of her generation. Her best Grand Slam result came at the 2018 Wimbledon Championships, where she reached the quarter-finals by defeating Anastasija Sevastova, Madison Brengle, Katerina Siniakova, and Ekaterina Makarova before falling to Serena Williams in three sets.
Over her career, Giorgi won four WTA singles titles:
- 2015 ‘s-Hertogenbosch
- Linz 2018
- 2021 Montreal
- Merida 2023
Her aggressive baseline game, powerful serve, and athletic versatility made her a formidable opponent on all surfaces, particularly on hard and grass courts.
Looking Ahead to 2027
As Giorgi prepares for her return, the tennis world will be watching closely to see how her game has evolved during her time away. At 34 when she retired, she will be 37 upon her anticipated comeback in 2027 — an age at which many players have already transitioned out of full-time competition. However, recent examples of veterans returning to elite levels suggest that a successful comeback remains possible with proper preparation.
For now, Giorgi remains focused on her coaching responsibilities and personal development, using the interim period to recharge both mentally and physically. Her confirmed return date gives fans and fellow players a clear timeline to anticipate her re-entry into the WTA Tour.
Whether she can replicate or surpass her previous success remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Camila Giorgi’s return in 2027 will be one of the most intriguing storylines in women’s tennis over the next few years.