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March 2, 2006
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LONDON: Pete Sampras will compete in the World Team Tennis Pro League this season more than three years after retiring, but has ruled out a comeback at the top level.

"The timing is right," the 34-year-old Sampras said in a WTT news release on Tuesday. "I've been busy with my family and enjoying retirement but this feels like the right time to get back on the court and play World Team Tennis."

The former world No 1, who retired after winning the 2002 US Open final against American compatriot Andre Agassi in his last professional match, will be making his Pro League debut.

Sampras won 64 singles titles, including 14 grand slams, and over US$43 million in prize money during his 15-year career.

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