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Vondrousova, new significant withdrawal at the Australian Open

Raquel Bermúde… - 18 Jan 2026
Vondrousova, new significant withdrawal at the Australian Open. Photo: Getty

Her recent withdrawal in Adelaide foreshadowed what could happen in the first Grand Slam of the season. Despite all her efforts, Marketa Vondrousova was forced to withdraw from the main draw of the 2026 Australian Open. The world number 34 player was unable to compete due to shoulder issues: "I'm really sorry that I had to withdraw from the Australian Open due to ongoing shoulder issues. After everything I've been dealing with, I need to prioritize my health, even though this decision wasn't easy. Thank you all for your understanding and support."

 

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