Dominic Thiem Bids Farewell to Tennis, Embarks on New Ventures in Solar Energy and Sustainable Fashion

Dominic Thiem, the 31-year-old Austrian tennis star, is set to retire from professional tennis this week at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. However, his post-tennis life is already shaping up to be as dynamic and challenging as his career on the court.

Thiem, who has won 17 tour-level titles, including the 2020 US Open, is transitioning into entrepreneurial ventures that reflect his commitment to sustainability and community development. He is focusing on two main projects: Thiem Energy and Thiem View. Thiem Energy is dedicated to developing community solar electricity solutions, aiming to help people and the environment by reducing carbon footprints. Thiem View, on the other hand, produces sunglasses made entirely from fully sustainable materials, a project that has been running successfully for two years.

As Thiem prepares for what could be his final ATP match against Luciano Darderi, he is celebrated by his peers and fans. A tribute event was held in his honor, featuring friends and fellow tennis players like Alexander Zverev, Jack Draper, Matteo Berrettini, Boris Becker, and Frances Tiafoe. Thiem expressed his gratitude and hopes to be remembered not only as a tennis player with a compelling game style but also as someone who inspired kids to play tennis and contributed to making the planet a better place.

Thiem’s career has been marked by significant milestones, including his breakthrough on the ATP Challenger Tour and his rise to becoming one of the top players in the world. His journey from a young player in Austria to a global tennis star has inspired many, with his one-handed backhand being particularly praised as one of the best in the history of tennis.

As he steps away from the tennis court, Thiem is confident that his experiences and the intense lifestyle of a professional tennis player have prepared him well for the challenges ahead. He believes that his new ventures will allow him to continue making a positive impact, both on the environment and on the lives of others).