KIERAN GILL AT WIMBLEDON: The Brit was sporting heavy strapping on her right ankle and lower shin after aggravating a pre-existing injury during her recent run to the Queen's final.

Daily Mail Sport understands the British No 1 is managing a niggle, but while that wording would suggest something minor the boot and the no-show are hardly promising signs.

The British No 1 was spotted wearing an orthopaedic boot just a few days before Wimbledon begins