US Open: Rybakina Withdraws From Second Round Match, Ending Her Title Defense
Elena Rybakina forced to retire due to injury
Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from her second-round match at the US Open on Wednesday due to an injury. This unfortunate development marks the end of her title defense as the reigning champion.
The 23-year-old Rybakina was up against France's Clara Burel in the second round when she was forced to retire due to a lower back injury. Rybakina had won the first set 6-4 but was trailing 3-0 in the second set when she decided to withdraw.
After receiving treatment during the match, Rybakina was unable to continue and announced her retirement, much to the disappointment of the crowd. This is a significant blow to Rybakina, who was seeking to defend her US Open crown.
Rybakina's impressive US Open run
Rybakina's withdrawal brings an end to her impressive run at the US Open. In last year's tournament, she defeated Ons Jabeur in the final to become the first player representing Kazakhstan to win a Grand Slam title.
Rybakina's victory at the US Open marked a significant milestone in her career, as she had never previously advanced past the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam tournament.
Despite her withdrawal, Rybakina will certainly look to bounce back at the upcoming Grand Slam events and defend her title at Wimbledon, where she triumphed in 2022.
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