We are unaware of the cause, but what we know is that it was the legendary Rod Laver himself (via his social media) who announced his absence from the 2025 Australian Open: "What an incredible year of tennis it has been! Not long until the new season starts in Australia. Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the first Grand Slam of the year. Although I'm disappointed to miss the Australian Open and engage with tennis fans in Melbourne, I'll be watching the tournament from home and cheering on the players as they battle for glory. Hope you can come to Melbourne Park to enjoy a wonderful summer of tennis!".
What an incredible year of tennis it has been, and not long now until the new season kicks off again in Australia. Unfortunately, I won’t be there for the first Grand Slam of the year. While disappointed to miss #AO25 and interact with tennis fans in Melbourne, I will be watching… pic.twitter.com/NWg68ETSGw
— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) December 28, 2024
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Rod Laver no podrá estar en el Open de Australia 2025

