Elena Rybakina, the third seed in the women’s singles, has become the latest high-profile withdrawal from the Olympic tennis competition. The news came just hours after the draw was made at Roland Garros. The former Wimbledon champion from Kazakhstan has pulled out of both the singles and mixed doubles, where she was scheduled to partner with Alexander Bublik. No reason was given for her decision to withdraw.
France’s Caroline Garcia will now take Rybakina’s place in the draw as the 17th seed. Daria Saville of Australia will enter the draw as an alternate. Rybakina’s withdrawal is a significant loss for the Olympic tennis competition, as she is considered one of the top players in the world. Her absence will undoubtedly impact the tournament’s dynamics.
