Vondrousova and Norrie Withdraw from U.S. Open
- Marketa Vondrousova and Cam Norrie have withdrawn from the U.S. Open due to injuries.
- Marketa Vondrousova is the 2023 Wimbledon champion.
- Both players have cited injuries as the reason for their withdrawal from the tournament.
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Open has seen the withdrawal of two notable players, 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova and British tennis star Cam Norrie, both citing injuries as the reason for their exit. Vondrousova, currently ranked 18th, is dealing with a hand injury, while Norrie, ranked 47th, is suffering from a forearm issue. Vondrousova, a 25-year-old from the Czech Republic, made headlines last year when she clinched her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. She also has a runner-up finish at the 2019 French Open and a silver medal from the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. However, her recent performance has been disappointing, as she has not competed since her first-round loss at Wimbledon in July, marking a significant downturn in her career. In light of Vondrousova's withdrawal, Petra Martic will step in to fill her spot in the women's draw at the U.S. Open. Meanwhile, Francisco Comesana will take Norrie's place in the men's bracket. The tournament is set to commence on August 26, with the draw scheduled for next Thursday. The absence of both players will be felt as they were expected to be strong contenders in the year's final Grand Slam event, highlighting the ongoing challenges athletes face with injuries in professional sports.