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Mar 14, 2022; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Victoria Azarenka (BEL) is over come with emotion as she leans her head on her racket during the middle of the second set of her third round match against Elena Rybakina (not pictured) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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Mar 14, 2022; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Victoria Azarenka (BEL) is over come with emotion as she leans her head on her racket during the middle of the second set of her third round match against Elena Rybakina (not pictured) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Victoria Azarenka has been struggling to find her form in recent months. After a disappointing Wimbledon that saw her lose to Elina Svitolina in the round 16, she decided to turn things around at the Citi Open. However, luck did not favor her as she suffered defeat once again to Elina.
The Belarusian player looked to turn things around again at the Canadian Open. However this time, Victoria suffered a major blow as she injured herself before the game. This led her to withdraw from the tournament following which Sloane Stephens got a walkover. Later, the young American tennis player came up with a surprise message for the Belarusian player.
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?Sloane Stephens comes with a message for Victoria Azarenka
Victoria’s decision to retire from the tournament came after she suffered an injury. She took to Twitter to announce that she would not be able to progress further in the tournament after she re-injured a lingering injury during the warm-up for the match.
This news came as a shocker for her fans who were willing to see her in action. After her message, Sloane took to Twitter to wish her a speedy recovery. “Wishing you a speedy recovery”– wrote Sloane on Twitter wishing her all the best and hoping that she makes a triumphant comeback.
Wishing you a speedy recovery🤍 https://t.co/X6gETyBeWt
— sloanestephens (@SloaneStephens) August 9, 2023
Thus, the act of concern from Sloane showcases her nature and the sportsman spirit in her. However, with Azarenka out now, it is uncertain whether she will be able to make it in time for the upcoming US Open or not.
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Will Azarenka take part in the upcoming US Open?
Victoria looked sharp in the Canadian Open. However, an injury has halted her progress in the tournament. That being said, her hopes of playing in the US Open also hang by a wire. The Belarusian player has struggled to find form this year and as she looked to regain some momentum, she suffered an injury.
The US Open, which is about to start on the 28th of August will feature some of the biggest names in tennis. After having won 2 grand slams, she would be desperate to make an appearance at the Flushing Meadows. However, it will be up to the doctors if they could make her ready in time to appear at the US Open.

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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2022 Belarus’ Victoria Azarenka in action during her third round match against Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina REUTERS/Morgan Sette
Thus, Victoria’s shocker is a huge blow to be dealt with by her fans. Also, Sloane’s generous remarks on Victoria’s well-being sheds light on her nature and the generosity that the player possesses. It will now be interesting to see how far the American progresses in the tournament.
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