Tunisian tennis player Ons Jabeur has revealed that she will not be participating in the 2024 due to a knee injury. Jabeur, who was the runner-up at Wimbledon in 2023, has been struggling in recent tournaments and her decision to withdraw has shed light on her performance.
Jabeur’s difficult period began at the , where she suffered a straight-set defeat to a 16-year-old opponent in the second round. She then experienced losses in the quarterfinals of the Abu Dhabi Open and the first round of the Qatar Open against different opponents.
Initially, Jabeur was scheduled to compete in the Dubai Open, but her medical team advised against it to ensure she doesn’t miss the US swing in 2024. She expressed gratitude towards her family, friends, and fans for their unwavering support. The silver lining in this situation is that Jabeur will finally have the opportunity to take a much-needed break and focus on recovering for the 2024 and tournaments.
On her Instagram stories, Jabeur shared her situation, stating that she was dealing with fitness concerns prior to the Dubai Open. Despite her desire to play, her body was not cooperating, making it necessary to prioritize her well-being. Given the lack of desired results, it was a wise decision to listen to her body’s needs.
At the time, Jabeur had hoped to participate in the Dubai Open and showcase her skills to her fans. However, circumstances have changed, and her announcement has proven to be accurate.
According to the Source firstsportz.com