French tennis star Oceane Dodin has been away from the tennis court for nearly nine months. Initially, the break was to treat her balance and vertigo issues, but during this time, she made a personal decision. Dodin said it was something she had wanted to do for a long time, and the time away from the sport offered her the opportunity.
French tennis star Oceane Dodin was completely absent from the tennis court for nearly nine months. Fans and experts alike wondered why a 28-year-old professional player would suddenly take such a long break from the sport. Now that Dodin has returned to the court, she has revealed the secret.
Dodin had been suffering from balance issues and vertigo (recurrent dizziness) for the past few years. This condition had begun to impact her career. Doctors advised her to rest and undergo treatment, and she made the important decision to take a break from tennis in December 2024.
…But this break wasn’t just for treatment. During this time, she underwent a personal surgery—a decision she said was related to self-confidence and physical comfort. She said, “This was something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. When I had to stop playing, I thought, ‘Now do what makes you happy.'”
Indeed, Dodin’s comeback story is nothing short of a film script. Amidst illness, self-doubt, and criticism, she made a decision that surprised everyone: she underwent breast enhancement surgery along with treatment. Fans are amazed that this really happened.
But many people expressed doubts. “Everyone said, ‘You won’t be able to play now.’ It’s like I’m wearing a watermelon (laughs). But the truth is, I’m more comfortable with myself now. Yes, they aren’t small, but they don’t cause any problems while playing. There are bras that fit perfectly.”
She also emphasized the role of her surgeon, saying, “My surgeon is a friend. I asked him several times if this would affect my game. He clearly said no. If he had said no, I wouldn’t have done it.”
Ocine Dodin is winning the hearts of her fans on Instagram. Her return to the court has not diminished her social media following. From matches to training, fitness routines, and glimpses into her personal life… every post of Dodin’s quickly goes viral among fans.
During the conversation, Dodin cited the example of Simona Halep, who underwent breast reduction surgery at the junior level. She said, “Simona’s breasts were too large and were hindering her game. She reduced the size to make movement easier. In my case, it was the opposite – I enlarged them, but made sure it didn’t affect my game.”
Dodin laughed and said, “I’m probably the first active professional player to continue playing after having such surgery. There’s always a first for everything.”
Dodin won a WTA Tour title in 2016 and has experienced many ups and downs since then. Although her current ranking is 363, she is on track to return to major tournaments under a protected ranking. Her next target is the Australian Open 2026 qualifiers.
Dodin’s story isn’t just about tennis—it’s about a woman’s choices, confidence, and perseverance. She reinvented herself amid illness, criticism, and personal decisions. When she returned to the court, it wasn’t just her serve but her smile that captured everyone’s attention.
