Written by Erik Gudris | @atntennis | Thursday August 1, 2024
A fan favorite In Jabeur withdrew from her opening round singles match at the Mubadala Citi DC Open due to a shoulder injury.
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Jabeur, 29, would face the local favourite Robin Montgomery in his opening round singles match on Thursday night. However, Jabuer withdrew hours before the game due to a shoulder injury. Jabeur released a statement that was also posted on the competition’s social media.
“I am writing to inform you that, unfortunately, I have to withdraw from the Mubadala Citi DC Open due to a recent shoulder injury.
After consulting with my doctor, it was decided that participation would make my condition worse.
— Mubadala Citi DC Open (@mubadalacitidc) August 1, 2024
I would like to apologize to all the fans here in Washington and the tournament, I was looking forward to performing here and sharing good times with the fans. I look forward to coming back here next year healthy 🙏🏼
All the best
With Love Ons— Mubadala Citi DC Open (@mubadalacitidc) August 1, 2024
Jabeur defeated Montgomery 6-1, 7-5 last month in the second round of Wimbledon. A two-time Wimbledon winner, Jabeur lost in the next round to the Ukrainian Elina Svitolina.
Jabeur, earlier in the week at the event, won the doubles match against Spain Paula Badosa.
It has been a difficult season for the 29-year-old Tunisian. He has dealt with a knee injury, and has an overall record of 16-13. He is currently ranked 16th, his lowest position since the summer of 2021.
The next tournament on Jabeur’s schedule is the upcoming WTA 1000 National Bank Open in Toronto, Canada.
Photo Credit: Mubadala Citi DC Open
