Bouchard's Funny Video About Indian Wells Return Draws Laughs From Anisimova, Lys

Eugenie Bouchard's humorous take on attending Indian Wells after retirement resonates with fellow players.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Eugenie Bouchard, who retired from professional tennis in 2025, shared a funny video about her experience returning to the Indian Wells tournament after retirement. The video drew amusing reactions from fellow players Amanda Anisimova and Eva Lys, who commented with multiple laughing emojis. Former player Sam Querrey also resonated with Bouchard's sentiments, saying he felt the same way attending a tennis tournament after retiring.

Why it matters

Bouchard's video highlights the awkward transition professional athletes can face when returning to their sport after retirement. Her lighthearted take on the situation struck a chord with other players who have gone through similar experiences, providing a relatable moment for tennis fans.

The details

Bouchard turned professional in 2009 and announced her retirement in July 2025, concluding her career at the 2025 Canadian Open. Despite retiring from tennis, she remains active in pickleball, having made her professional debut in 2024. In April 2026, she is set to participate in Pickleball Slam 4 in Florida.

  • Bouchard announced her tennis retirement in July 2025.
  • Bouchard made her professional pickleball debut in January 2024.
  • Bouchard is scheduled to participate in Pickleball Slam 4 in April 2026.

The players

Eugenie Bouchard

A former professional tennis player who retired in 2025 and is now active in the pickleball circuit.

Amanda Anisimova

A current professional tennis player who is seeded sixth at the 2026 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.

Eva Lys

A current professional tennis player who withdrew from the 2026 Indian Wells tournament due to a right knee injury.

Sam Querrey

A former professional tennis player who retired in 2022 and resonated with Bouchard's sentiments about attending a tennis tournament after retirement.

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What they’re saying

“😂 😂 ☠️”

— Amanda Anisimova (Instagram)

“😂 😂 😂 😂”

— Eva Lys (Instagram)

“I felt the same way”

— Sam Querrey (Instagram)

What’s next

Bouchard is scheduled to participate in Pickleball Slam 4 in April 2026 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

The takeaway

Bouchard's lighthearted video about her experience returning to Indian Wells after retirement resonated with fellow players, highlighting the awkward transition professional athletes can face when returning to their sport after retirement.