
Former world No.1 Lleyton Hewitt has confirmed that he is hoping to play more tournaments on the tour following his recent entry into the Estoril Open.
The 37-year-old will will partner up with Alex de Minaur to play in his first competitive match on the clay since the 2015 US Men’s Clay Court Championships in Houston. Hewitt originally retired from the tour two years, but has made occasional appearances on the tour. Playing doubles in three ATP tournaments as well as one Davis Cup tie.
“Grinding again on the dirt. Looking forward to playing some doubles next week with young @alexdeminaur in the @EstorilOpen for the for time.” Hewitt wrote on Twitter.
“Planning on playing a few more events this year.” He added.
It is unclear as to what events he will play in or how many. He is currently the captain of the Australian Davis Cup team. A position he has held since the start of 2016. Hewitt is Australia’s most successful player in Davis Cup history. Winning 58 out of 79 matches played in 42 ties.
Despite his plans, there is no indication to suggest the Australian will make a return in the singles. The two-time grand slam champion hasn’t played a competitive match on his own since losing to David Ferrer at the 2016 Australian Open.
During his career, Hewitt won 30 ATP titles, including two grand slams. At the age of 20 he became the youngest player in the Open Era to top the ATP rankings. In total, he held the No.1 ranking for 80 weeks.
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Hewitt’s doubles record since retirement
Davis Cup
Partnered John Peers to play in his country’s 2016 clash with America. The duo lost in five sets to the Bryan brothers.
ATP Tour
2016 Wimbledon Championships – R2 (with Jordan Thompson)
2018 Brisbane International – R1 (with Thompson)
2018 Australian Open – QF (with Sam Groth)*
* Hewitt’s best performance in a doubles draw of a grand slam since winning the 2000 US Open.