Karolina Muchova, who was a finalist at the French Open last year, underwent surgery on her right wrist to repair an injury that had been bothering her since September.
“After sustaining an injury at the U.S. Open and undergoing a lengthy period of rehabilitation, I learned that surgery would be necessary. So here I am, tired and sad, but at least I know that everything will be back to normal soon, Muchova explained on social networks on Tuesday. The operation was a success, and I will do everything to be able to return to the field quickly. »
The 27-year-old Czech is currently ranked 10e in the world. She reached her first Grand Slam final at the French Open in 2023, saving a match point before defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the semi-finals. She then lost to the favorite, the Polish Iga Swiatek, in the championship match.
Muchova reached the final four of the US Open in September, before losing to eventual champion, American Coco Gauff.