Bianca Andreescu’s deliberate return to tennis later this month has been delayed after the previous world No. 4 needed to bear an emergency appendectomy surgical procedure.Â
After struggling together with her lingering again subject and never taking part in any tournaments since October, the Canadian additionally missed the beginning of 2025 however hoped to have the ability to play in late February on the WTA 500 event in Merida.
Sadly for the 24-year-old, that will not be occurring as her unhealthy luck with accidents and well being setbacks continues.Â
Additionally, Andreescu will no less than miss the Sunshine Double and tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami.Â
If her restoration goes properly, the Canadian – who was plummeted to No. 130 on the earth – hopes to be prepared for the clay season in April.
Andreescu: I felt some sharp ache, which led to an emergency appendectomy
“Hey everyone. Quick life update- training was going so well and I was very excited for the ©wtameridaopen to be my first tournament of the 2025 season,” the 2019 US Open winner stated in a message posted on her Instagram Story.
“However, I unexpectedly started experiencing some sharp pain in my stomach, which led to an emergency appendectomy. The surgery went smoothly, and I’m on the road to recovery.Â
“My plan is to be again on the court docket for the clay season, stronger than ever. Thanks a lot for all of your assist. Cannot wait to get again to competing!”
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All through her profession, Andreescu has usually battled harm points and there have been additionally instances when she would step away from tennis to handle her psychological well being.
Final yr, she solely kicked off her 2024 season on the French Open and posted a 11-10 report earlier than placing an finish to her season.
Earlier than reaching the Tokyo quarterfinal in her final event performed of 2024, the previous world No. 4 was on a five-match shedding streak.
