By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Monday, September 16, 2024Photo credit score: Rob Newell/CameraSport
A power shoulder damage has compelled Ons Jabeur to tug the plug on the remainder of the 2024 season.
Two-time Wimbledon finalist Jabeur, who additionally reached the 2022 US Open last, has been suffering from shoulder ache.
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Since reaching the Roland Garros quarterfinals in June, Jabeur has been restricted to 11 matches, posting a 6-5 mark in that span.
“This yr has been extraordinarily arduous for me and as athletes, we all know that restoration is a part of the journey,” Jabeur mentioned in a put up on social media. “Because of my ongoing shoulder damage, my medical workforce and I’ve made the troublesome resolution to step off the tennis circuit for the remainder of the season.
“Whereas I am taking time to heal, I will be dedicating myself to charity work and making certain that we make an actual distinction on this planet.”
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— Ons Jabeur (@Ons_Jabeur) September 16, 2024
The previous world No. 2, now ranked No. 22, goals to return to the court docket subsequent season in time for the 2025 Australian Open.