Veteran Caroline Wozniacki has confirmed her return for the ASB Classic in Auckland in January.
After retiring in 2020 to focus on having a family, the former Australian Open champion and world No. 1 decided to make a comeback in early August.
The Dane surprised many with her run to the fourth round at the recent US Open, where she lost to eventual winner Coco Gauff.
Now Wozniacki has committed to her eighth appearance at New Zealand's flagship tournament and this time she'll be bringing her two young children - Olivia and James - along for the ride.
"It is going to be my children’s first time there," said Wozniacki. "It's amazing that I can come back and prepare as well as I can for the Australian Open.
"I love the fans in Auckland. It is always such a great event. I have always had an amazing time there.
"I thought it was going to be the best place for my preparation and the best place for my family to come and start the new season."
Wozniacki has one desire in Auckland, to win the ASB Classic after finishing runner-up to Venus Williams in 2015 and Julia Goerges in 2018, along with semifinal loses to Jessica Pegula 2020 and Sloane Stephens in 2016.
Tournament Director Nicolas Lamperin says he's thrilled to attract Wozniacki back to Aotearoa.
"Caroline is an extraordinary woman who is such a remarkable role model as a professional tennis player and person, and now showing that motherhood is no barrier," said Lamperin.
"She has been a marvellous supporter of the ASB Classic and Auckland, and we are honoured and genuinely thrilled to host her back in our city.
"After watching her play in New York, I know that Caroline will be a genuine contender here."
The ASB Classic begins on January 1.
