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Published 07:58 IST, July 8th 2023

Kevin Anderson ends retirement to play Hall of Fame Open in Newport

The 37-year-old South African had retired 14 months ago but accepted a wild-card entry to compete at the event he won in 2021. It begins July 17.

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Two-time Grand Slam finalist Kevin Anderson will end his retirement to play in the Hall of Fame Open this month, the tournament said Friday.

The 37-year-old South African had retired 14 months ago but accepted a wild-card entry to compete at the event he won in 2021. It begins July 17.

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“I’m thrilled to make my return to the tour in Newport,” Anderson said in the tournament’s announcement. “I couldn’t think of a better place to make my comeback, and I’m excited to hit the grass again.”

Anderson, who reached No. 5 in the rankings, lost to Rafael Nadal in the 2017 U.S. Open final and was defeated by Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon in 2018.

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The Hall of Fame Open is an ATP 250 event. Anderson beat Jenson Brooksby for the title in Newport two years ago.

Four-time champion John Isner and defending champion Maxime Cressy are also scheduled to play.

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07:58 IST, July 8th 2023