The Kazakh admitted that she was sorry for not being able to defend some titles
On the media day of the Roland Garros 2024, the Kazakh tennis star Elena Rybakina analyzed her state of physical fitness, explaining however that she had some regrets regarding her 2024 tennis season. In particular, the media asked Elena how she felt about not being able to defend some titles due to a physical problem, during the season.
Elena Rybakina says it was a pity to miss some big events this year, but she’s feeling better
“A couple disappointments this year for you where you weren’t able to defend titles because of illness. I know in Indian Wells it took a little while for you to come back. Was it easier… pic.twitter.com/4Ox5SUT6j2
“Now I feel much better, and it’s always a shame to miss these big tournaments. But if there are health problems, then nothing can be done. We’re practicing. Nothing new, guys. So what more can I tell you?” she explained.
Elena Rybakina’s press conference at Roland Garros started like this.
“Wondered how you were feeling. Your last match was in Madrid. What have you done the last few days?”
Elena: “We’ve been practicing. Nothing new, guys. So what to tell you more?”
Recently Rybakina, defending champion of Internazionali BNL d’Italia, announced her last minute withdrawal from the main draw.
“The player is forced to withdraw from the tournament due to illness and she was replaced by Oceane Dodin. We wish our 2023 champion a speedy recovery,” said the board of the Italian WTA 1000 in a social media statement.
Elena Rybakina is forced to withdraw from the tournament due to illness and will be replaced by Oceane Dodin.
“Unfortunately I don’t feel well enough to compete. I have great memories of last year and I was very keen to defend my title. Rome is so special to me and I can’t wait to return next year to win the title back and playing in front of the Italian fans,” said Elena.