PARIS: Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, the world’s top two players, have both pulled out of next week’s WTA 1000 event in Dubai, tournament organizers announced.
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Sabalenka has not played since losing the Australian Open final to Elena Rybakina last month.
“I’m really sorry I have to withdraw from Dubai,” said the Belarusian in a statement released by organizers on Friday.
“I have such a special connection with the tournament, the fans and the city. Unfortunately, I am not feeling 100 percent. But I hope to be back next year and wish the tournament a great event.”
