Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard is making an unexpected move—stepping onto the professional pickleball circuit. The Canadian tennis star, known for her aggressive baseline game and strong presence on the WTA Tour, has decided to try her hand at one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.
While some may see this as a shift away from tennis, Bouchard insists that her love for the sport remains intact. “Tennis is still my priority,” she assured fans. “But pickleball is a new challenge that excites me, and I’m looking forward to competing at a high level.”
The 29-year-old joins a growing list of former tennis professionals testing their skills in pickleball, a sport that blends elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. The transition makes sense for players with strong net play and quick reflexes—both of which Bouchard possesses in abundance.
Bouchard’s decision to embrace pickleball comes at a time when the sport is booming in North America, with more tournaments, sponsorships, and prize money than ever before. The crossover trend has already seen other tennis figures like Jack Sock and Sam Querrey make similar moves, signaling that pickleball is no longer just a backyard pastime but a legitimate pro sport.
Fans of Bouchard will be eager to see how she fares in this new arena while keeping an eye on her continued involvement in tennis. Whether she becomes a two-sport sensation or simply uses pickleball to sharpen her competitive edge, one thing is certain—Eugenie Bouchard is not done making headlines.
