Uruguay soccer star Forlan transitions to professional tennis tournament

Former Uruguay soccer international Diego Forlan, known for his remarkable career with clubs such as Manchester United and Atletico Madrid, is set to showcase his tennis skills at the upcoming professional Uruguay Open tournament in November. Forlan will be competing in doubles, adding an exciting twist to the already highly anticipated event, as announced by the organizers on Tuesday.

The 45-year-old former striker, a 2010 World Cup semi-finalist, has switched to tennis since his retirement in 2018, playing on the international senior tour.

Forlan, who plays left-handed, will team up with current world number 101 Federico Coria of Argentina in the main draw at the Nov. 11-17 clay court Challenger Tour event in Montevideo after being given a wild card.

"Yes, our number 10 is smashing it in tennis too," organisers said of Forlan's participation.

"This year, Forlan has competed in more than three +40 tournaments in Montevideo, also standing out in the MT1000 in Lima of the ITF World Tennis Masters Tour."

Forlan, a Premier League winner with United, won 112 caps for Uruguay scoring 36 goals and also played for Villarreal and Inter Milan.