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Kim Clijsters has revealed that she intends to retire next year. This stunning decision came out after she turned down an offer from the Belgian Olympic Committee to compete in the 2008 Beijing Games.

At age 23 one would think that Kim Clijsters still has a lot to offer the game and she does. However her decision is probably due in part to the fact that she has suffered a number of injuries over the last couple of years and spent long periods on the side line. While she is still one of the top players in the world (currently number 5) she must be concerned about the effects on her body and health.

I for one hope she carries on for a few years yet. I think she is a fantastic player and still has much to offer.

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