Jabeur Targets 2027 Return After Birth Of First Child: “Very Soon”

Jabeur eyes 2027 comeback after welcoming first child

The wait for Ons Jabeur's return may soon be over, with the three-time Grand Slam finalist eyeing 2027 for her comeback after welcoming her first child and putting her health first.

Minister of happiness Jabeur eyes 2027 return after motherhood....

Former world No. 2 Ons Jabeur has revealed her ambition to make a comeback to professional tennis in 2027, following the birth of her first child in April.

The Tunisian star had stepped away from the sport last year after a first-round loss at Wimbledon, pointing to injuries and exhaustion. She then prolonged her time away from the tour when she announced she was expecting a baby.

Ons Jabeur is making a comeback to tennis! 🎾 The three-time Grand Slam finalist returns after the birth of her son, having been absent from the tour since Wimbledon 2025. https://t.co/5KB6IbKrbN

— TNT Sports (@tntsports) November 11, 2026

“I'm hoping to come back, hopefully next year. I still don't know the exact time, but very soon,” the three-time Grand Slam runner-up told The National in an interview published on Wednesday.

“I'm still discovering ... my body is a bit changed after the delivery, but I'm definitely coming back ‌and hoping to stay a few more years on tour before actually retiring.

“I'm enjoying everything with my son. He actually comes with me when I train. I'm trying to come back slowly.”

At 32, Jabeur affectionately nicknamed the “Minister of Happiness” by fans for her joyful personality has claimed five WTA titles. She made history in 2022 as the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final, finishing as Wimbledon runner-up to Elena Rybakina.