Simona Halep has been forced to pull out of next month’s Australian Open due to injury.
In a statement released on social media, Halep said: “Hi guys, I wanted to wish you all happy holidays and provide a little update. After playing in Abu Dhabi, unfortunately I felt pain in my knee and shoulder once again.
“After discussing with my team at length, we agreed it is sensible to delay the start of my season. It’s not what l wanted but l would like to thank the tournament organisers in Auckland and Australia for the wild cards and I’m sorry I won’t be able to take them this time.
“I will rest up and intend for my next event to be Cluj, where I can’t wait to play in front of the amazing Romanian fans.”
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