Danielle Collins sidelined by injury and fertility treatments

Professional tennis player Danielle Collins has sidelined herself from competition to focus on health and personal matters. After her last competitive match during the first round of the 2025 US Open, the 32-year-old former world No. 7 has confirmed she will miss the beginning of the 2026 season.

Collins is currently managing a recurring back injury while simultaneously undergoing fertility treatments, including egg freezing. While she has not officially announced her retirement, her future on the WTA tour remains uncertain as her ranking has dropped into the 60s. To maintain professional activity during this period, she has taken a position with Tennis Channel.

Her career has been marked by significant achievements despite health challenges, including a 2022 Australian Open final appearance and titles in Miami and Charleston in 2024. The WTA has implemented updated protected ranking rules for players undergoing fertility procedures, which may facilitate a potential return to the tour if she chooses to compete again.