Tennis star Ash Barty retires at 25, says winning Wimbledon was her ‘one true dream’

Ashleigh Barty reacts after winning her ladies’ singles final match against Karolina Pliskova on centre court on day twelve of Wimbledon at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (Adam Davy/PA)

Ash Barty has paid special tribute to her 2021 Wimbledon victory, calling it her “one true dream” as she announced her retirement from tennis at the age of 25.

The Australian revealed she was retiring in an Instagram video recorded with friend and former doubles partner Casey Dellacqua.