Victoria Azarenka has announced her withdrawal from the 2023 Canadian Open due to an injury.
On Tuesday, Azarenka was supposed to face Sloane Stephens in Montreal’s second round. She re-injured a persistent issue that she believed was already recovered as she warmed up before the match.
Later, the Belarusian informed her followers on social media that she was skipping the event: “Dear fans, I am sorry to say, but I have unfortunate news that during my warm-up for tonight’s match, I re-injured a lingering injury that I thought was resolved and need to withdraw from the match.”
Azarenka had earlier upset 2023 Australian Open semifinalist Magda Linette in straight sets in the opening round of the Canadian Open. Even though Victoria Azarenka’s 2023 Canadian Open campaign was short, she was able to have an effect before being forced to withdraw due to injury.
Azarenka in Montreal, ranking, and results in 2023
LWWWLWLWWW Now ranked no.19, the Belarussian has managed to achieve a composed 18-14 record in 2023. Victoria is currently competing in Montreal where she bested the world no.25 Magda Linette 6-3 6-0.
Azarenka will play next at the U.S. Open (U.S. Open). She will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 28th of August.
