Prim Siripipat speaks with ATP Tour veteran, former French Open mixed doubles champion, and top #20 doubles player Rohan Bopanna about the final chapter of his athletic career. Prim inquires about his plans for retirement and what steps the 42-year-old is taking - physically, mentally, and emotionally - to prepare for the inevitable transition of leaving sport. Although he admits it is a difficult topic to discuss, Rohan explains why it was helpful to think about the next steps once his career ends.

<p>Prim Siripipat speaks with ATP Tour veteran, former French Open mixed doubles champion, and top #20 doubles player Rohan Bopanna about the final chapter of his athletic career. Prim inquires about his plans for retirement and what steps the 42-year-old is taking - physically, mentally, and emotionally - to prepare for the inevitable transition of leaving sport. Although he admits it is a difficult topic to discuss, Rohan explains why it was helpful to think about the next steps once his career ends.</p>

Athletes, especially at the elite level, spend their entire lives dedicated to sport. Change is never easy, especially when it means saying goodbye to the one thing they love most. Host Prim Siripipat explores what happens to an athlete as they embark on a new chapter in their lives - one that no longer involves sport.

The Next Chapter With Prim Siripipat

Athletes, especially at the elite level, spend their entire lives dedicated to sport. Change is never easy, especially when it means saying goodbye to the one thing they love most. Former Duke tennis player and award-winning TV/radio personality Prim Siripipat explores how athletes cope with various life transitions throughout their careers, including retirement. Using storytelling, psychology, and compassion, the Ph.D. counseling psychology student expands the conversation about sport as athletes and other performers share intimate details about their experiences as they embark on a new chapter of their lives.

<p>Athletes, especially at the elite level, spend their entire lives dedicated to sport. Change is never easy, especially when it means saying goodbye to the one thing they love most. Former Duke tennis player and award-winning TV/radio personality Prim Siripipat explores how athletes cope with various life transitions throughout their careers, including retirement. Using storytelling, psychology, and compassion, the Ph.D. counseling psychology student expands the conversation about sport as athletes and other performers share intimate details about their experiences as they embark on a new chapter of their lives.</p>

Rohan Bopanna

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