US Open: Rybakina withdraws from her second round match

Rybakina withdraws due to injury

Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from her second round match at the US Open due to a wrist injury. The 23-year-old Kazakh was due to face world number 86 Clara Burel of France on Wednesday but pulled out of the match on Tuesday evening.

Rybakina's withdrawal is a blow to the US Open

Rybakina's withdrawal is a blow to the US Open, as she was one of the favorites to win the title. She is the first reigning Wimbledon champion to withdraw from the US Open since Maria Sharapova in 2014.

Rybakina's withdrawal means that Burel will receive a walkover into the third round. Burel will face either Karolina Pliskova or Magda Linette in the next round.

Rybakina's injury is a concern for the rest of the season

Rybakina's wrist injury is a concern for the rest of the season. She is scheduled to play in the WTA Finals in Fort Worth, Texas, in November. It is unclear if she will be able to recover from her injury in time to compete in the tournament.

Rybakina's withdrawal from the US Open is a reminder that injuries can strike at any time. It is important for athletes to take care of their bodies and to be prepared for the unexpected.