Victoria Azarenka 'not going to rush' into comeback from pregnancy

Victoria Azarenka, pregnant with her first child, says she has not set a date for returning to tour, but does intend to make a comeback.

The 27-year-old from Belarus has not played since the French Open, and described her pregnancy as “a completely different experience” for her.

“In theory, you know the process, but to actually go through that you truly start to deeply understand the magic of it. And it’s been quite a ride,” she told Tennis Channel. “Being at home, sleeping in my own bed is really a luxury for a traveling athlete.”

The former No. 1 added she was “doing a lot of activities” she has not had time to do during her career, including going back to school. She said she has stayed in shape but has not played tennis for a few weeks.

Azarenka, who won Indian Wells and Miami this season, has deep feelings for the game.

“I believe I still have a great opportunity to do what I love, and I love playing tennis,” she said. “For me, it’s about getting to where I want to be and be back there again. That’s my ultimate goal.

“I don’t to try put any time frame for myself,” she added. “I would love to make it as soon as possible, but giving myself a reasonable time to fully recover and be ready. I’m not going to rush into anything, and it’s hard to tell before the birth actually happens.”

Azarenka has won two Grand Slams among her 20 career singles titles.