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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2007 10:45:08 GMT -5
Former British number one Greg Rusedski announced his retirement on court in Birmingham after helping Great Britain beat the Netherlands in the Davis Cup. The 33-year-old teamed up with Jamie Murray to win the crucial doubles.
Rusedski then told BBC Sport: "It was a proud moment considering this is going to be my last match."
He added: "I'm officially retiring on a win today. I'm retired now, I can enjoy life like everybody else. Now it's time to move on."
Rusedski had been expected to announce his retirement at some stage this year but it was not clear whether he planned to play at Wimbledon one final time, or even return for Great Britain's next Davis Cup tie in September.
But he ended the speculation moments after he and Jamie Murray - older brother of British number one Andy - had beaten Robin Haase and Rogier Wassen 6-1 3-6 6-3 7-6 (7-5).
That gave the hosts an unassailable 3-0 lead and took them into a play-off in September to get back in the elite World Group.
"I just want to thank all the Great Britain fans for supporting me for 13 years playing Davis Cup for the country," said Rusedski.
"I'd also like to thank Jamie for carrying me in the doubles. It's great to have the support of my wife and my little one who's here today."
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