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Dan Evans in emotional farewell after Wimbledon retirement
Evans and Henry Searle lost 6-2, 6-4 to ninth seeds Hugo Nys and Edouard Roger-Vasselin in 67 minutes, ending his 20-year career.
On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, Dan Evans ended his professional tennis career at Wimbledon, losing his doubles match alongside Henry Searle 6-2, 6-4 to ninth seeds Hugo Nys and Edouard Roger-Vasselin on Court 15.
Evans announced his retirement last month, expressing frustration over the Lawn Tennis Association's decision to deny him wildcards for grass-court tournaments without providing explanation or dialogue.
Performing before an audience of around 300 spectators on Court 15, Evans later reflected: "In a strange way, I'm happy it's over. The door closes, and then another chapter starts."
Despite Evans' criticism of the LTA for a 'shambolic' send-off, three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray paid tribute, calling him an 'unbelievably talented guy' and fierce competitor.
His career achieved world No. 21, two ATP Tour titles, Davis Cup success with Great Britain, and a quarter-final run at the 2024 Olympic Games partnering Murray.