The ATP Tour has witnessed many iconic players retire from tennis in very recent times, one of whom was Andy Murray.
Murray called time on his phenomenal career after the Olympics last summer, having won 46 titles on the ATP Tour.
That includes three Grand Slam titles, with the Scot having also reached number one in the world rankings.
His fellow legend Rafael Nadal also set down his racket last season, while fellow icon Diego Schwartzman retired from tennis earlier in 2025.
Joining him this season have been the likes of veteran players Richard Gasquet, Fabio Fognini and Fernando Verdasco among others.
Andy Murray reacts after player he beat three times retires from tennis
And they have now been joined in retirement by Kyle Edmund, who has decided to call time on his career aged just 30.
He shared an emotional post on Instagram to announce his decision, with his fellow Briton Murray quick to reply.
The Scot, who like Edmund was once the British number one player, left the comment: “Great stuff Kedders!”
The 30-year-old retires with two ATP Tour titles to his name, having reached a career-high ranking of world number 14.
Tennis world reaches out to Kyle Edmund after his retirement
Edmund has since slipped to 420th in the world rankings, but injuries have played a major role in his decline.
And unfortunately they have now also led to his retirement from the sport, in which he turned pro back in 2012.
He met Murray four times during his career, with the Scot winning on three occasions and losing on the other.
Edmund has certainly left a positive mark on the game, as proven by further warm messages he’s received since retiring.
Laura Robson wrote: “Happy retirement kedders! Just the beginning,” with her fellow WTA icon Caroline Garcia noting: “Congrats on an amazing effort.”
Heather Watson added: “We love you Ked! You are the best,” while Neal Skupski said: “All the best for the future. Enjoyed sharing the court with you! Can get yourself to Anfield more now.”
Along with his two career titles, which arrived at Antwerp and New York in 2018 and 2020 respectively, Edmund lost the 2018 Marrekech final.
He leaves tennis with 119 wins and 125 losses, with $6,073,157 earned in prize money from singles and doubles.
