Title: Danielle Collins Shines at Madrid Open, Defying Retirement Speculations
The red clay of Madrid is sizzling under the Spanish sun, but the heat radiating from Danielle Collins is of a different kind. Fresh off a dominant hardcourt swing, Collins has arrived in the heartland of clay with a swagger that has left fans and commentators buzzing. Dubbed as “Danimal,” Collins has defied expectations, with whispers of “Is she the best right now?” rippling through the stands.
The World No. 13’s recent strong victory at the Madrid Open against Olga Danilovic, a Serbian qualifier, only fueled the flames. The match was a demanding two-hour and forty-three-minute battle, with Collins rallying from a set down to secure the win and extend her winning streak to 14 matches. With this victory, Collins claimed her 23rd tour-level victory of 2024, ranking third-best on the WTA tour.
Fans took to social media to express their amazement at Collins’ performance, with one calling her the “best ‘almost retired’ player in the world.” Despite speculations about retirement, Collins remains focused on her tennis goals, recently winning her maiden Masters 1000 title in her final season on the WTA Tour.
Collins is set to face unseeded Romanian Jaqueline Cristian in the next round of the Madrid Open. Despite her recent successes on the court, the 30-year-old remains steadfast in her decision to retire at the end of the season. However, her unwavering commitment to the game and her impressive performances continue to captivate fans and pundits alike.