Bad news for the Championship.
The 5 time champion Venus Williams will not be able to participate to this year edition as she is still struggling with her back injury
From Venus
In an communicate Venus said “Unfortunately, I will not be able to participate in Wimbledon this year. I am extremely disappointed as I have always loved The Championships, but I need to take time to let my back heal.
I look forward to returning to the courts as soon as possible, with my goal being to return to Mylan World Team Tennis on July 8th in Washington DC. Many thanks to my fans for the love and support and I will be seeing you very soon back on the courts.”
Venus won the Championship in 2000, 2001, 2005,2007,2008.
