Denis Shapovalov gives bad news to the Canadian tennis fans since he is not able to compete in the upcoming ATP 1000 event in Toronto. The world number 2 released the following statement on social media:
“Disappointed to announce my withdrawal from the @NBOtoronto. I’ve been doing everything possible to get my knee healthy and be able to compete but unfortunately, it needs more time. There’s no greater honor than playing at your home tournament and I will miss playing in Toronto.”
the tournament has already lost the participation of some other top players such as Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios. This is the latest entry list.
Denis Shapovalov in 2023
WWWWWWWLWW At the moment ranked no.22, Denis played his last match on the 9th of July when he lost to world no.48 Roman Safiullin 3-6 6-3 6-1 6-3 in the 4th round in Wimbledon (draw).
Presently, during this year the Canadian has managed to achieve an overall 13-13 record.
Shapovalov has scheduled to play next in Toronto (National Bank Open). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 7th of August.
Denis Shapovalov |
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