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Chinese player Li Na, a two-time Grand Slam (网球大满贯赛事,) champion, announced her retirement (退役) on Sept 21st due to long-term knee injuries (膝伤). Although it was a hard decision, Li said she 41 no regrets (遗憾).
“I don’t feel sorry about retiring, 42 I’ve done my best,” said the 32-year-old player.
Turning professional (职业的) at the age of 17, Li has 43 many milestones (里程碑) for Chinese tennis. Many people think she was born 44 the ability to be an outstanding tennis player. Li Na was the first Chinese player to win a WTA (Women’s Tennis Association, 女子网球协会) title and the first to break into the top 20. She was also the first Chinese to win a major Grand Slam singles title, including the 2011 French Open and the 2014 Australian Open.
As brilliant as her tennis abilities are, Li’s sense of humor stands out 45 . She often jokes about life with her husband in 46 , turning them into stand-up comedy (单口相声) shows. Her speech at the Australia Open in January is the best example.
47 her 15-year professional career(生涯), Li has helped the 48 of tennis in China. Earlier this month, Chinese player Peng Shuai, 28, made the semifinals of the US Open. Last week, a new tournament kicked off in Li’s hometown of Wuhan.
“I’ve seen changes happening in front of my eyes, young girls picking up tennis rackets, setting goals … and believing in 49 ,” Li said in an online post.
Li is more than a sports superstar. As WTA chief executive (行政长官) Stacey Allaster said, she is “a pioneer (开拓者) who opened doors to tennis for 50 millions of people throughout China and Asia.”
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