Angelique Kerber reveals Olympic ‘dream’ ahead of return
Angelique Kerber has revealed the possibility of teaming up with Alexander Zverev at the Paris Olympics and spoke about her “dream” of carrying the German flag.
Kerber became pregnant with her first child in February this year and has not played since Wimbledon in 2022.
Welcome to our family, Liana *25.02.2023 ❤️🍼💫
Having you with us is the most beautiful & overwhelming feeling we could have ever imagined. pic.twitter.com/nIX6rRGDLl– Angelique Kerber (@AngeliqueKerber) 28. February 2023
The three-time Grand Slam champion is now aiming for a comeback and will play in the upcoming United Cup and Adelaide International before making his Grand Slam return at the Australian Open.
And the 2016 Australian Open champion gave his latest thoughts: “I’ve done everything. I feel good. I’m on schedule.” However, it is still too early to predict. In layman’s terms, we had a very cold start in Australia and it was the most difficult start we’ve ever had. But that’s exactly what drives me. ”
If Kerber is to represent Germany in the United Cup, he will be supported by his compatriot Zverev. Kerber, 35, has also hinted that he could team up with ATP No. 7 at the Paris Olympics.
“When we meet in Australia, we will definitely talk about it,” Kerber revealed. “I’m very happy about that. The Paris Olympics are a highlight and it’s always an honor to play for Germany.”
Kerber won a silver medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and spoke about the possibility of raising the German flag at next year’s opening ceremony: It’s also my dream. ”
The former world No. 1 will return to the United Cup on December 30th in a singles match against Italy’s No. 1 Jasmine Paolini.
Returning SERVE 👑
At AO 2024, @naomiiosaka, @CaroWozniacki and @AngeliqueKerber are back in action 💙 pic.twitter.com/2BOP2fnvoq
– #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) 11. 2023 October 10
In the baseline…
The Australian Open women’s draw will be more exciting than ever with the return of three former champions (Kerber, Naomi Osaka and Caroline Wozniacki) who recently had children. It has become. Kerber spoke about the possibility of playing doubles with Zverev at the Olympics. They have already done it in the Hopman Cup and may have to do it in the next United Cup as well. As Germany’s flag bearer, Kerber will face stiff competition from other sports and reigning Olympic champion Zverev in what could be her last competition.
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