Australian Open 2025: Simona Halep withdraws from qualifying as a consequence of damage

Simona Halep has withdrawn from the Australian Open qualifiers and can delay the beginning of her 2025 season after experiencing ache in her knee and shoulder.

The previous world primary, 33, obtained a wildcard from match organizers final week however stated he was upset after enjoying within the World Tennis League’s exhibition occasion in Abu Dhabi.

Halep was given a four-year doping sentence that was decreased to 9 months this yr, and has remained harmless after being charged with two separate doping offences.

Now the previous French Open and Wimbledon champion is attempting to re-establish himself on the tour, with accidents not serving to his trigger.

“After an extended dialogue with my workforce, we agreed that it is smart to delay the beginning of my season,” the Romanian wrote on Instagram.

He may also miss subsequent week’s Auckland Basic, one of many greatest warm-up occasions for the Australian Open.