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Marketa Vondrousova Withdraws From Australian Open With a Message

Vondrousova withdrew from the Australian Open citing “ongoing shoulder issues,” ending her scheduled first-round meeting with Hailey Baptiste. “After everything I’ve been dealing with, I need to prioritize my health,” she wrote on Instagram, adding, “Thank you all for your understanding and support.” Tournament officials will slot a replacement into Baptiste’s draw spot. She said the decision “wasn’t easy” either.