Swiatek pulls out of Miami Open with rib injury

Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Miami Open as a result of a rib harm, the world primary and defending champion mentioned on Wednesday.

Top seed Swiatek was as a result of start her marketing campaign in opposition to American Claire Liu within the second spherical on Thursday after being given a bye within the first spherical.

“You know that in and after Doha I was struggling with a strong infection,” Swiatek mentioned.

“I was allowed to play, but a strong episode of tough cough led to a rib injury. We were trying to handle it and continue to play as long as it was safe for me. We were analyzing the data in the last days and my doctor prepared my diagnosis.

“Unfortunately, I’m still feeling a lot of discomfort and pain and I can’t compete.”

Swiatek added that the harm would additionally hold her out of Poland’s Billie Jean King Cup qualifier in opposition to Kazakhstan in mid-April.

“I will keep you updated about where I play next, because it depends on my process of recovering and the recommendation of my medical team,” she added.