As the world continues to ask questions about Ash Barty’s retirement, the woman herself has given a rare glimpse into her mental state.
A ‘disgusting’ act of sportsmanship at the WTA Hungarian Grand Prix has sent the tennis world into an uproar.
The incident occurred in a match between Chinese star Zhang Shuai and Hungarian Amarissa Toth in Budapest.
Ms Toth was caught on camera wiping away the markings of a ruled out shot by Shuai, while her opponent and the chair umpire were arguing over the decision.
The Aussie champion gave it all away after sensationally winning the 2022 Australian Open, a triumph that cemented her position as the world’s best player.
Barty revealed she began to lack motivation after claiming victory at Wimbledon in 2021, the tournament at the top of her career bucket list.
Barty won the 2019 French Open, 2021 Wimbledon and 2022 Australian Open to join…