Ons Jabeur Withdraws From the U.S. Open Amid Injury Struggles

Tunisian tennis player Ons Jabeur has withdrawn from the U.S. Open due to a right shoulder injury, marking another setback in an injury-plagued season. She also had to retire from the Berlin Open and missed the Paris Olympics because of knee issues. Belgian Elise Mertens will replace her in the draw.

Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur has pulled out of the U.S. Open due to a right shoulder injury, according to tournament organizers. This marks another disappointment in an injury-filled year for the 2022 finalist.

Earlier this month, Jabeur withdrew from the Citi Open and had to retire from the Berlin Open quarter-finals in June. She also missed the Paris Olympics due to knee problems.

Belgian player Elise Mertens will take Jabeur's spot in the draw as the 33rd seed, with a qualifier or lucky loser filling Mertens' original position.

(With inputs from agencies.)