Himani Mor, former international tennis player and wife of two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, has officially announced her retirement from professional tennis. The 29-year-old athlete has decided to step away from the court to focus on building a career in the sports business sector.
Himani, who made her professional debut in 2018, enjoyed a promising career marked by consistent performances on the international circuit. She achieved her career-high rankings the same year—No. 42 in singles and No. 27 in doubles—establishing herself as one of India’s most exciting talents in the sport.
Speaking about her decision, Himani expressed that the shift is not an end but a new beginning. With her deep understanding of athletics and professional sports, she now aims to contribute to the sports industry from a different perspective—focusing on business, management, and athlete development.
Her husband, Neeraj Chopra, who created history by becoming the first Indian track and field athlete to win Olympic gold in Tokyo 2020 and followed it with another Olympic medal at Paris 2024, has been a strong source of support. The couple is widely admired in the Indian sports fraternity as a power duo inspiring countless youngsters.
While fans may miss seeing Himani compete on the tennis court, her transition into the sports business world is expected to be equally impactful. Leveraging her on-ground experience as a professional athlete, she plans to work on projects that nurture future talent, promote sports infrastructure, and bring innovative management practices to the sector.
As she steps into this new chapter, Himani Mor’s journey continues to inspire — reminding us that the spirit of sports goes beyond competition and lives on through leadership, mentorship, and the drive to shape the future of athletics.