In the bustling city of Vienna, where the sound of tennis balls striking rackets echoes through the streets, a new chapter is about to begin for one of Austria’s most beloved athletes. Dominik Thiem, the 31-year-old tennis sensation, is set to bid farewell to the professional circuit at the prestigious Erste Bank Open this week. But don’t be mistaken – Thiem’s retirement does not signal a life of leisure and relaxation. For this relentless competitor, the pursuit of greatness extends far beyond the tennis court.
As the winner of 17 tour-level titles, Thiem has built a reputation for his unwavering dedication to his craft. His commitment to excellence is unmatched, as he leaves no stone unturned in his quest for perfection. “I think compared to this lifestyle, it’s still pretty relaxed what I’m doing now. It’s fine. I think those years were so intense that it’s difficult to find something as intense as that,” Thiem reflects on his grueling schedule, which saw him jet-setting across the globe for nearly 40 weeks a year.
But for Thiem, the end of his tennis career is just the beginning of a new chapter filled with exciting opportunities. The Thiem name has already made its mark in the business world, with ventures like Thiem Energy and Thiem View taking center stage. Thiem Energy, a company dedicated to promoting sustainable energy solutions, is a testament to Thiem’s commitment to reducing his carbon footprint. “The energy community is the first step of Thiem Energy. In the future, we want to go towards helping people more and more. There’s a lot of work to do with that one,” Thiem explains with a sparkle in his eye.
Thiem View, on the other hand, is revolutionizing the eyewear industry with its line of sunglasses made entirely from sustainable materials. “The sunglasses are amazing and have already been running (for) two years,” Thiem proudly states.
As Thiem embarks on this new journey, he remains unfazed by the challenges that lie ahead. “It’s not a straight way up, not for any tennis player. There are very tough times, and there are great times as well. It’s also going to be in my next chapter like that. I think I can handle it a bit better than I would without the career because I experienced pretty much everything. I don’t think that there is a lot of stuff which can surprise me,” he muses.
With his trademark determination and resilience, Dominik Thiem is poised to conquer the next chapter of his life with the same fervor and passion that made him a tennis icon. And as the sun sets on his illustrious tennis career, a new dawn awaits for this Austrian powerhouse, ready to leave his mark on the world in ways that extend far beyond the confines of a tennis court.
