David Goffin’s professional tennis career has concluded.
Goffin, a former finalist at the ATP Finals, bid farewell to his storied career on the professional circuit after losing to Alex Michelsen in the Brussels Open second round.
The six-time ATP champion issued a heartfelt speech in the immediate aftermath of Sunday’s contest, reflecting on the sacrifices his family have made throughout his career, while also thanking his coaching team.
David Goffin’s 2026 Brussels Open campaign
- R1: defeated Remy Bertola 3-6, 6-3, 6-4
- R2: lost to Alex Michelsen, 3-6, 4-6
Rafael Nadal also sent a message to the Belgian, congratulating Goffin on his career.
Goffin has now issued another – equally heartfelt – statement on social media.
David Goffin’s parting message as he closes ATP chapter
“It is difficult to find the right words to describe all the emotions that are in my head today,” Goffin said in a social media post published on Monday morning.
Give us one bold prediction for the final months of the 2026 tennis season!
“First there is nostalgia, the one that takes me back to my first moments on a tennis court, to that first racket held in my hands, to that very last ball struck in Brussels.
“A moment that I was anticipating, necessarily full of emotion, but you managed to turn it into a memory as beautiful and unforgettable. I will forever keep this ovation, this fervor and all the love you showed me at the end of my last game.
“From the bottom of my heart, thank you for accompanying me, supporting and encouraging me all these years, in all corners of the world.
“Your applause, encouragement, shouts and words have been an invaluable source of strength and motivation. You have made this journey even more beautiful, and for that, I will be eternally grateful.
“Then there is an immense gratitude to everyone who has shared this journey alongside me. My family, my wife, my daughter, my friends, my coaches, as well as everyone who has, in one day or another, been a part of my team. This story, as beautiful as it is, could never have been written in the same way without you.
David Goffin’s ATP Tour titles
- 2014 Metz
- 2014 Kitzbuhel
- 2017 Tokyo
- 2017 Shenzhen
- 2021 Montpellier
- 2022 Marrakech
“Thank you for believing in me when I doubted myself. Thank you for reaching out during difficult times, for helping me rise after every trial and for pushing me to always do my best. You have allowed me to grow, evolve, become a better athlete but also a better man.
“Finally, there’s excitement and eagerness to discover what awaits me. A page turns and a new chapter opens. It will surely be different, but I am convinced that it will be just as rich, intense and passionate.
“Leaving short with a heart full of memories, pride and gratitude. Tennis has given me so much, more than I could have ever imagined.
“So, to conclude this amazing journey, I just have to say: Thank you.
“From the bottom of my heart. Thank you.”
Following defeat to Michelsen on Sunday, Goffin was due to compete in the Brussels Open doubles event alongside compatriot Raphael Collignon. The Belgian duo were set to play Constantin Frantzen and Robert Galloway after defeating Marc Polmans and Jan Zielinski in the first round.
Goffin and Collignon ultimately withdrew from their second-round contest, bringing the curtain down on Goffin’s career.
Goffin retires a six-time ATP Tour champion, a former ATP Finals finalist and a four-time Grand Slam quarter-finalist.
The Belgian also reached the final of one ATP Masters 1000 event: the 2019 Cincinnati Open. Daniil Medvedev defeated Goffin in the final, 7-6, 6-4.
David Goffin’s run to the 2017 ATP Finals final
One of the standout moments of Goffin’s long career occurred at the 2017 ATP Finals.
The Belgian was almost flawless at the event, beating Pablo Carreno Busta, Dominic Thiem and 20-time major champion Roger Federer en route to the final in London.
Grigor Dimitrov halted Goffin’s progress, triumphing 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the championship contest.
Dimitrov also defeated Goffin in the round robin phase, 6-0, 6-2.
“It was a special week for me,” Goffin stated afterwards. “A week with a lot of emotion and a lot of fatigue. Now I am feeling tired but it was an amazing week.”
“I’m still trying to think about what I just did,” who became only the second player after Alex Corretja in 1998 to win the esteemed end-of-year event on debut.
“This is a great, unbelievable achievement for me, but I still have a lot to give.”
Add to Preferred Sources 