“Steffi Graf is in better shape than I am… But it comes with a lot of stress” – When Andre Agassi ruled out his wife coming out of tennis retirement

Tennis legend Andre Agassi has dismissed any speculation about his wife, Steffi Graf, coming out of retirement, despite acknowledging her exceptional fitness and physical prowess. Speaking in a recent interview, Agassi revealed that while Graf is in incredible shape, the demands of professional tennis are simply too taxing for the retired German tennis icon.

“Steffi is in better shape than I am,” Agassi said, with a smile. “She’s always been incredibly disciplined about her fitness, and I’m amazed at her dedication. But the reality is, coming back to the sport would come with a lot of stress—and we’ve both had our time on the court.”

Graf, who retired from professional tennis in 1999 after an illustrious career that included 22 Grand Slam singles titles, has often been the subject of speculation about a potential comeback. However, Agassi, who himself retired from the ATP tour in 2006, made it clear that their lives post-tennis are very different from the intense grind of the sport’s highest levels.

The couple, both of whom have left indelible marks on the game of tennis, have enjoyed a life outside the public spotlight, raising their children and focusing on philanthropic endeavors. Agassi emphasized that while Graf is fit enough to still compete physically, the mental and emotional strain of returning to the tour simply isn’t something they are willing to entertain.

“Being on the road, the pressure, the expectations—it’s a lot,” Agassi continued. “We’ve both experienced it firsthand for many years. We love our lives now, and it’s hard to imagine going back to that world.”

The couple’s legendary status in the sport has sparked endless curiosity about whether Graf, one of the greatest female players of all time, would ever consider a return. But Agassi’s comments seem to put that speculation to rest, confirming that the focus for both of them is now on enjoying life away from the spotlight and supporting their children.

For now, it seems the tennis world will have to enjoy the legacy of Graf and Agassi from afar, with no comeback in sight for the celebrated couple.