Barty 宣布不參加今年法網 - 網球 Tennis

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依舊因為疫情關係，Barty 宣布不會前往法網尋求衛冕。

Ash Barty won't defend French Open title, citing COVID-19 risks

World No. 1 and reigning French Open champion Ash Barty announced that she
will not be defending her title later this month in a statement on Instagram.

Barty, of Australia, cited concerns about COVID-19 and a lack of proper
preparation time.

"It has been a difficult decision to make, but unfortunately, I will not be
competing in Europe this year," she wrote. "Last year's French Open was the
most special tournament of my career, so this is not a decision I have made
lightly.

"There are two reasons for my decision. The first is the health risks that
still exist with COVID. The second is my preparation, which has not been
ideal without my coach being able to train with me due to the state border
closures in Australia."

The 24-year old Barty, who defeated Marketa Vondrousova in Paris for her
maiden Slam title, chose to not play at the US Open, which is currently
underway in New York.

Barty said she will not play again this year and will turn her focus to the
2021 season.

"I now look forward to a long preseason and the summer in Australia," she
wrote. "It has been a challenging year for everyone, and although I am
disappointed on a tennis front, the health and well-being of my family and my
team will always be my priority. Thank you to my fans for your continued
support, I can't wait to play for you again."

Barty had a career-best season in 2019, winning the French Open and the
year-end WTA Finals and earning titles in Miami and Birmingham. She took over
the top ranking for the first time in June 2019.

She reached the semifinals at the Australian Open to start the year before
losing to eventual champion Sofia Kenin. She most recently played in February
at the Qatar Open.

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