Beijing, Sept. 17 -- World No. 1 women's tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has withdrawn fromthe China Open, tournament organizers announced.
"Hi all - I am sad to announce my withdrawal from the China Open this year after sustaining a small injury after the US Open. I am going to focus on being 100% healthy for the rest of the year and I can't wait to see my Chinese fans soon! I look forward to returning to Beijing next year and wish the tournament good luck," Sabalenka said in a statement on Tuesday.
Sabalenka reached the women's singles finals at the Australian Open, French Open and U.S. Open this season.
She claimed her fourth Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open earlier this month.
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