‘I Should Probably Stay Far Away’ – American Tennis Star Danielle Collins Says She Will Not Opt For Pickleball

American tennis star Danielle Collins is among the best tennis players in the United States of America. The 28-year-old had a tough 2021 and made a strong comeback this year. The American made it to the final of the Australian Open, where she lost to former Aussie star Ashleigh Barty.

Recently, she featured in the Guadalajara Open and had a run to the round of 16. However, she crashed out after losing to Maria Sakkari. Recently, the American sat down for a podcast with Kamau Murray. She revealed her plans post-retirement. However, unlike the popular trend, Pickleball is not on her list. Here’s why.

Collins will not play pickleball after retirement

In recent days, we have seen a trend of tennis players retiring and shifting to pickleball. There’s a striking similarity between the two sports and it is relatively easier than tennis. However, Danielle has it off the consideration list after retirement because the 28-year-old thinks she is not good at it.

“I feel like I am gotta stick to what I am good at, I have tried pickleball a few times and I am actually terrible. I just feel like I should probably stay far away from the pickleball court. That’s because I am not just good at it,” she said.

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Collins has had a decent year and will be looking forward to doing better in the upcoming season.

Danielle Collins requested the cameraman to back up during the match

Collins was recently playing in the Guadalajara Open. World number 14 was in her conquest to make it to the WTA Finals. However, after losing her round of 16 match to Maria Sakkari, her hopes for qualification are over.

Although, it won’t be fair to say that the American player didn’t give a fight. In the three-set match, Collins fought hard and took the first set. However, Sakkari counterattacked later and took the next two sets to clinch the game. While it was an entertaining match, a rather bizarre thing happened during the match.

During the changeover, Collins asked the chair umpire if the cameraman can back up a little. Later, she also requested the cameraman directly to back up and give her some space.

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After the match, Sakkari congratulated the American on her brilliant performance. She also hailed the world number 14 for her aggressive gameplay.