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Tennis: Vernon's Vasek Pospisil retires with 'no regrets', but stays in fight to protect players
'Injuries played a huge factor the last three years. It gets very discouraging and you have to be realistic. I did everything I could. I left no stone unturned.' — Vasek Pospisil Get the latest from Ben Kuzma straight to your inbox Vasek Pospisil of Canada took on Tennys Sandgren of the United States in second round 2019 U.S. Open match at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports Vasek Pospisil was always up for a good fight on the court, or off it. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Whether competing against Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) elite, fighting for players' rights to combat suppressed earnings and off-court opportunities, or growing the game in his home province, the Vernon native met challenges with vigour. On Monday, the 35-year-old Pospisil officially retired amid accomplishments that include a 2014 Wimbledon doubles title, helping Canada capture the 2022 Davis Cup crown, and a string of strong singles and doubles finishes on the Grand Slam circuit. Pospisil, who turned pro in 2007, rose to a No. 4 raking in doubles (2015) and No. 25 (2014) in singles and finished with US$7.2 million in career earnings. He also endured a lot of pain. A trio of elbow tears, herniated disk surgery in 2019, and then another back setback last summer, in the long grind to keep mind and body in sync. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'There can always be a little bit of bittersweet, no question about it,' Vasek told Postmedia on Sunday. 'Tennis has been my whole life and all I ever wanted to do, and there's going to be a little difficulty saying goodbye, but I'll keep it in perspective. I'm ready to move on to the next thing. There's so much I want to do. 'The last three or four years have been very tiring and it's quite safe to say I'm burned out to a point where I'm not getting as much enjoyment out of training or being on the court. It's incredibly exhausting, and all year long, you're always on and always travelling. Vasek Pospisil (right) and Jack Sock celebrate 2014 Wimbledon doubles title at The All England Tennis Club. 'A lot of times, it's a very lonely sport with enormous stress. Eventually, that weighs on you and burns you out. I definitely feel like a shell of the player I was. The injuries played a huge factor especially the last three years. It gets very discouraging and you have to be realistic.' Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. However, it's also rewarding, if you put in the time to get to a rare level, and have the will to press on as the career clock ticks. Pospisil advanced to the Wimbledon singles quarterfinal (2015), fourth round of the U.S. Open (2020), and third round of the Australian Open (2014, 2015). In doubles, he also made the quarterfinals in the French Open (2015), Australian Open (2016) and third round of the U.S. Open (2013, 2014). It spoke to longevity and longing to always get his game to the next level. Does Pospisil believe he left it all out on the court and did the best under different circumstances? 'I do,' he stressed. 'Until 2022, I did everything I could. I left no stone unturned and confident to say I have no regrets.' Pospisil was named the ATP's comeback player of the year in 2020 for advancing to his first singles final since 2014, collecting his seventh doubles title and getting to fourth round of singles at the U.S. Open. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Pospisil didn't have to look very far find his work ethic. Two years before he was born in 1990, his parents Milos and Mila, along with older brothers Petr and Tom, escaped Communist Czechoslovakia by driving unlawfully to Austria. They worked long hours at low wages to save money for an eventual move to Canada and arrived in Vernon in the summer of 1989. Milos worked two jobs and took to tennis because his older sons started playing. He would coach on outdoor courts and a three-year-old Vasek tagged along as ball boy at practices. He even dragged a mini tennis racquet around the house and seemed destined for the sport. A young Vasek Pospisil works on his swing in Vernon. He's retiring from ATP Tour. Photo: Pospisil family. At age six, Pospisil won an Under-12 tournament and by 2002, it became apparent that the family had to move to Vancouver to find the right coach for the prodigy, who was home-schooled. They found the mentor in Vadim Korkh, who worked with Andrei Chesnokov while also a professor at the Central Sport Academy in Moscow. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In November 2002, Vasek went to Florida and won the Prince Cup, beating several of the best under-12 players from Europe. In 2004, he won the Canadian Nationals at the U14 level, to become best player in the country in his age group. His father saw the obvious potential and returned to coaching his son. 'I wouldn't be where I am if it wasn't for my parents and family and what they sacrificed,' said Pospisil. 'It made me the man I am today and I'm forever grateful for the tennis career I had. I still look back to this day as it's a family project. This is just so much — my dad quitting his job so he could coach me. 'I'm so lucky. They mean everything to me and this is a very important week.' So, when will Pospisil pick up a racket again? This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'It might take a while,' he laughed. 'It will be for fun, but who knows? I will say, I do have a love-hate relationship with the sport right now, but it is a huge part of me. I know that. I still love the game so much and when I'm hitting balls with my friends, it's so much fun. 'It won't take me too long to pick up a racket again.' How about the Oldlum-Brown VanOpen that returns in 2026? Pospisil won the singles title in 2013. 'Maybe that will be it,' teased Pospisil. Fighting the good fight off courts Pospisil's connection with the game is now a higher calling to protect players' rights. He formed the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) with Novak Djokovic in 2019. In March, a dozen players sued the sport's four major tennis organizations — they oversee four Grand Slam events and men's and women's pro tours — to contest economic restraints placed among competing players. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The PTPA alleges the organizations suppress tournament earnings and withhold opportunities for players to have additional opportunities to supplement incomes away from the courts. Potential earnings with name, image and likeness (NIL), are also reportedly under fire because organizations have players sign over the NIL right without compensation. Vasek Pospisil celebrates upset win over Milos Raonic at 2020 U.S. Open on Sept. 3, 2020 in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran / USA TODAY Sports 'It's one of the contentions with my injuries and eventually burning out,' said Pospisil. 'It (lawsuit) is for the right cause and something I really believe in. When you look under the hood, it (tennis) is very broken. It was important to stand up for what I believe in. It's something I'll continue to work on. It's in hands of the lawyers right now.' In 2024, a Spotrac list of 100th-ranked players of salary and incomes in a variety of sports had the ATP and WTA (Women's Tennis Association) ranked seventh globally. The NFL was first at $17.3 million, followed by the NBA ($14M), Major League Baseball ($13M), European Professional Soccer (EPL, $8.1M), NHL ($7.7M), PGA, LPGA ($3.1M) and ATP, WTA ($1.2M). 'Those (tennis) players are also paying their own expenses,' added Pospisil. 'Team sports have everything paid for and there's something wrong with it. Tennis is definitely broken.' bkuzma@ NFL News Local News Vancouver Whitecaps Crime
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Olympian Penny Oleksiak faces doping allegations, multi-year ban
Swim star Penny Oleksiak of Toronto has been notified of an apparent anti-doping rule violation by the International Testing Agency. According to the ITA, Oleksiak committed three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period between October 2024 and June 2025. She has been made aware of the case and has accepted a voluntary provisional suspension pending the resolution of the matter. She has the right to provide her explanations for each of the three whereabouts failures. Given that the case is underway, there will be no further comments from the ITA, World Aquatics or Oleksiak during the ongoing proceedings. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy That implies that the third missed test came after Oleksiak qualified for the Canadian team at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Story continues below advertisement In a now-deleted Instagram post, Oleksiak announced two weeks ago that she was withdrawing from the World Championship team and accepting a voluntary provisional suspension. Any eventual sanction would be reduced by the amount of time she was suspended under the voluntary provisional suspension. In the post, Oleksiak asserted 'I am and always have been a clean athlete' and that the case 'does not involve any banned substance; it's about whether I updated my information correctly.' Swimming Canada echoed the sentiment and said 'We support her decision and believe she is a clean athlete who made an administrative mistake.' A Whereabouts Case is an Anti-Doping rule violation that can affect athlete eligibility even if they have never taken a banned substance. The World Anti-Doping Code defines a Whereabouts failure as any combination of three missed tests or filing failures in a 12-month period. Athletes who are members of the 'Registered Testing Pool' which is the highest tier of athlete testing, are required to report an accurate and up-to-date filing of their whereabouts at all times. This is so they can be drug tested at any time and any place with no advance notice. According to World Aquatics, if an athlete in the testing pool submits 'late, inaccurate or incomplete whereabouts that lead to (them) being unavailable for testing, (they) may receive a Filing Failure.'
The Province
an hour ago
- The Province
How to plan financially for the long-term care of an adult child
Use government benefits, insurance and tax tools to protect everyone's financial well-being. Recognizing the complexity of long‑term care and housing, and the pressures that come with planning for a future that may stretch far beyond one's own resources, is the first step toward finding peace of mind. Photo by David Gyung / Getty Images/iStockphoto Q: Our 32-year-old son sustained a life-altering injury in a boating accident about five years ago. Since the accident, he has been unable to return to his prior work in construction and has moved in with his dad and I so that I can support his rehabilitation, facilitate transportation to various appointments, and assist him in managing his finances and day-to-day life. Although the insurance company has provided retraining options, he has encountered challenges in completing the necessary education for new roles. Despite our son's best efforts, it has become clear that he won't ever return to an independent, self-sufficient life and so we have begun exploring supported living options as my husband and I are advancing in age, and his brother resides overseas and is unable to relocate right now. We are increasingly concerned about the potential long-term costs of our son's care, particularly considering that our capacity to provide assistance will diminish over time. What can you suggest? ~Ellen This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors A: Caring for a loved one whose life has been profoundly altered by a severe injury can feel both rewarding and overwhelming. As parents, we carry not only the emotional weight of helping our adult child navigate new limitations, but also the practical responsibility of ensuring their well‑being. At the same time, it's important to respect the adult child's desire for self sufficiency as they come to terms with their new reality and seek ways to reclaim independence. Recognizing the complexity of long‑term care and housing, and the pressures that come with planning for a future that may stretch far beyond one's own resources, is the first step toward finding peace of mind. With that in mind, here are key considerations to ensure your child's care is funded sustainably and your own financial future is protected. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Supporting an adult child with life-altering injuries can stir up complex emotions as everyone adjusts to the new circumstances and wrestles with their feelings, including possible grief for the loss of previous expectations. If a trusted family member is available for long-term support, it can help to include them early on in key discussions about future care and housing plans. Encourage your child to share their thoughts and include them in decisions whenever possible. This approach respects their autonomy, promotes empowerment, and helps maintain a sense of control amid so much change. Open, honest communication can facilitate a collaborative relationship, balancing support with their ambitions. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In Canada, federal government programs can form a foundation for financial security for someone living with a disability. The Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit is a federal benefit that provides monthly payments for those who have contributed to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and can no longer work due to a disability. Don't overlook the Disability Tax Credit; it reduces taxable income and makes someone eligible for other supports, such as the Canada Disability Benefit and Registered Disability Savings Plan. In addition, provincial/territorial options offer subsidies and additional disability support benefits. Navigating the application process for these benefits may require support from an advocate, social worker, objective family friend, medical professionals, or a lawyer. However, once approved, the various benefits will help you and your son outline a budget for his ongoing living costs and provide a steady financial base upon which to build. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. If someone's injury stems from an accident, insurance or legal settlements might offer another avenue for support. Review any applicable policies —auto, health, liability, or employment — to verify available coverage. If someone else was at fault, a personal injury settlement could result in a lump sum or structured payment arrangement to offset care costs. Seek professional guidance, for example, from a disability lawyer or independent insurance broker if settlement offers or insurance policies are proving too difficult to navigate. Other insurance policies could be an additional source of funding. Depending on your age and any current life insurance policies you hold, a permanent policy, like whole life or universal life, could ensure a death benefit to fund your child's care long after you're gone, while also building cash value for flexibility now. Review policies with an insurance professional and ensure that beneficiaries are designated according to your goals so that these options can turn unexpected resources into lasting support. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Surprising Things Most People Don't Know About Life and Health Insurance Ensure your own financial health Although prioritizing your adult child's needs is important, it is essential to maintain your own financial well-being, especially as you approach retirement, to ensure that you can continue providing support. Keep contributing to your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). You may also want to apply for long-term care or critical illness insurance to ease the burden on loved ones as you age. Save for emergencies, especially if you own your own home, and pay down debt as quickly as possible so that funds earmarked for your child are able to flow their way when the time comes. If you're struggling with debt, a credit counsellor at a non-profit agency can help you find the right debt relief option for your circumstances. Working with a financial planner can help to strike a balance so that you're not impacting your future for your child's present. Peace of mind is essential for all of you, and wise planning ensures that none of you is left vulnerable. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Financial Wellness Tips for Caregivers To help with day-to-day money management, make sure that your income taxes are filed up to date and that you live according to a realistic household budget. You might also want to claim the caregiver tax credit or deduct medical expenses tied to your child's care. A tax adviser can guide you through these options, ensuring you're not missing out on any benefits. Establish a discretionary trust Depending on your assets, you may want to explore options to care for your adult child through a legal trust. For instance, a discretionary trust, also called a Henson Trust, allows you to earmark assets, e.g. savings, insurance proceeds, or real estate, for your child's care without affecting their eligibility for income-tested government benefits. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Creating a trust can be a very involved process. It is best to work with an experienced estate planning lawyer to craft the trust and choose a reliable trustee to carry out your wishes for your child. It can help to seek added guidance from an accounting professional and financial planner experienced with disability planning so that your plans to provide for your child are structured in the most financially advantageous way for your whole family. How to Find a Certified Financial Planner Include estate planning in your financial plans Estate planning is a holistic process. As you put plans in place for your child, update your will, appoint a power of attorney to handle financial matters if you're unable to, and outline a health care directive so that your loved ones know your health care wishes. You will likely need assistance from an estate planning legal professional to help you with these documents. That way you can make sure that your wishes stand the test of time, giving your child security and you reassurance that everything is in place. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Preparing Yourself and Your Finances for Retirement The bottom line on long-term planning for the care of an adult child with a disability Once you've created your plan, keep it up to date and aligned with your family's needs. Set a yearly date with your financial planner, lawyer, and/or tax professional to review it. New benefits, shifts in your child's health, or changes in your finances might require updates. Intentional financial planning for an adult child with a disability — combining government support, tax tools, insurance, and a solid estate plan — can turn uncertainty into confidence, protecting your family's well-being for years to come. Related reading: Is Credit Card Balance Protection Insurance Worth It? Thinking of Taking Your CPP Retirement Benefits Early? What Happens to Debt in Canada When You Die? Peta Wales is President and CEO of the Credit Counselling Society, a non-profit organization. For more information about managing your money or debt, contact Peta by email, check or call 1-888-527-8999. News Crime NFL Vancouver Canucks News
