The end of an era approaches as Eugenie Bouchard prepares for her final professional tennis tournament. The Canadian star announced earlier this year that she would retire after competing in the WTA 1000 event in Montreal, and with qualifiers already underway, her farewell moment draws closer. As the home crowd favorite enters her last chapter, Bouchard has returned to the courts for intensive preparation sessions that capture both the determination and emotion of this milestone moment.
How Is Eugenie Bouchard Preparing for Her Final Tennis Chapter in Montreal?
The poetic nature of Bouchard’s career cannot be overlooked. She began her tennis journey in Montreal at age five, and now, decades later, she will conclude it in the same city that sparked her love for the sport. This full-circle moment adds emotional weight to what promises to be a memorable farewell.
Recent footage from the Canadian Open reveals Bouchard’s commitment to finishing strong. The tournament’s official X account shared video of her training session at IGA Stadium, where the 31-year-old worked through a series of forehands as she fine-tuned her preparation for the final campaign.
First practice at her last tournament 🫶
Premier entraînement à son dernier tournoi 🫶#NBO25 | @geniebouchard pic.twitter.com/cCRO2Ab5NI
— Omnium Banque Nationale (@OBNmontreal) July 24, 2025
Bouchard also posted Instagram stories that gave fans behind-the-scenes glimpses of her practice sessions, offering a personal perspective on her final preparations.
Bouchard’s career trajectory showcased early promise that blossomed into genuine stardom. After capturing the Wimbledon junior title in 2012, she earned WTA Newcomer of the Year honors in 2013, setting the stage for her breakthrough season.
The year 2014 proved transformative for the then-20-year-old Canadian. She reached the semifinals of the Australian Open and advanced to the Wimbledon final, establishing herself among tennis’s elite. Her success propelled her to a career-high ranking of World No. 5, while she also represented Canada six times in the Billie Jean King Cup and competed at the 2016 Olympics.
Her most recent competitive tennis appearance came at the Citi DC Open, where she partnered with Clervie Ngounoue in first-round doubles action. The pair fell in straight sets to Venus Williams and Hailey Baptiste, marking another step toward her tennis conclusion.
Why Does Bouchard View Her Retirement as a Celebration Rather Than an Ending?
Bouchard’s approach to retirement reflects a mature perspective on career transitions. Speaking at the Citi DC Open, she revealed how external support shifted her mindset about this significant life change.
“And then I got such an outpouring of support and so many people reached out to me, and I saw so much positivity out in the universe. I was like, ‘OK, wait, let me embrace this time. It’s such a unique time in my life and something I have never done before and will never do again — unless I retire from my normal office job in 40 years,” she said.
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“So I’m looking forward to it. I want to soak up every moment of love and tennis and the hard stuff on the court, the amazing stuff off the court. I want to make it like a celebration, not a funeral, and see everybody,” she added.
Beyond tennis, Bouchard has already begun exploring new athletic horizons. In September 2023, she announced her decision to join the Professional Pickleball Association for the 2024 season. Since then, her tennis appearances have become limited while she has drawn attention in the rapidly growing sport of pickleball.
Her pickleball journey has included high-profile exhibition matches alongside former ATP star Andy Roddick. The duo faced tennis legends Andre Agassi and his wife, Steffi Graf, in Las Vegas, showcasing how former tennis professionals are embracing the sport’s popularity.