Her absence dates back to the latter stages of the 2025 season, initially without full clarification before being contextualised as part of her transition into motherhood. The development shifts attention away from short-term results and toward a longer-term career adjustment.
Since turning professional in 2010, Jabeur has reached three Grand Slam finals, at the US Open (2022) and Wimbledon (2022, 2023), and became the highest-ranked Arab and African player in history.
Jabeur’s break followed a period of physical issues and inconsistent results across 2024 and 2025. The pause extended into maternity leave, placing her outside the current clay swing,
Absence from the tour and reaction across the circuit
No return date has been confirmed. Any comeback is expected to depend on recovery and personal priorities, with a gradual reintegration the most likely scenario based on comparable cases.
The announcement drew responses from across the tennis circuit, including Coco Gauff, Sloane Stephens, Katie Boulter, Sabine Lisicki, Leylah Fernandez and Billie Jean King, reflecting Jabeur’s standing within the sport. Her absence remains notable given her recent consistency at major events, while her return continues to be expected without a fixed timeline.