2023 is Feliciano Lopez‘s last year on the tour. The 41-year-old is ranked outside the top 500 and is not able to get direct entry to top tournaments.

But Lopez is determined to carry on for the rest of the season before handing up. Speaking about his upcoming retirement, Lopez said:

Since I decided it’s my last year on Tour, it’s been a bit difficult.. bc I love what I do. I have a passion for tennis. I wish I could continue playing & it’s a bit sad. But on the other hand, I have to do it bc I’m 41 & this is not forever; I understand.

He has fond memories of playing against Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic.

Those of my generation are lucky; when I am old, I will be able to say that I was lucky to play against Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic; not everyone can say that

-Feliciano Lopez

Feliciano Lopez reached his career-high ranking of world number 12 in 2015. He has won 7 singles titles in his career. He reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon multiple times. He also reached the quarterfinals at the US Open once.

Lopez won the 2016 French Open doubles title with fellow Spaniard Marc López. He reached a career-high ranking of world number 9 in doubles. He has won 6 doubles titles in his career.

Morgan Stanley will become the official global partner of the WTA. The multi-year agreement hopes to inspire the next generation of female leaders by focusing and inclusivity and access within sports.

We are so pleased to announce this partnership with Morgan Stanley,. As we collectively strive towards a more diverse and inclusive environment for women and girls, our two organizations look forward to making a difference through community Come Play events on the Hologic WTA Tour and creating content that amplifies this important message.

Micky Lawler, WTA president

Morgan Stanley already sponsors Canadian tennis star, Leylah Fernandez. Last year, Speaking of the partnership, Fernandez said:

As a proud player within the WTA and a brand ambassador for Morgan Stanley, I couldn’t be more excited about the possibilities to combine our collective resources and networks to further lift women up within the game of tennis and show girls that they can make their dreams a reality.

Last year, WTA announced a title sponsorship deal with Hologic.