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Aug 10, 2021; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Bianca Andreescu of Canada reacts after winning her match against Harriet Dart of Great Britain (not pictured) during second round play at Stade IGA. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports.
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Aug 10, 2021; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Bianca Andreescu of Canada reacts after winning her match against Harriet Dart of Great Britain (not pictured) during second round play at Stade IGA. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports.
The Canadian tennis star Bianca Andreescu gave a positive update on her return to the WTA circuit. The 21-year-old has been out of action for nearly six months now after a series of injuries and illness issues. She is expected to participate in Stuttgart Open.
This will add to the joy of tennis fans as they are expecting yet another Canadian athlete – Eugenie Bouchard to return to competitive tennis. Bouchard was active on her social media and updated her fans about her possible return in April.
The long-awaited return to action for @Bandreescu_ is tentatively set for Stuttgart, as the 21-year-old has entered that event.
As well, fellow Canadian @geniebouchard's return after shoulder surgery is set for the week of April 11.https://t.co/vAZTdvoLmO pic.twitter.com/xaTPrncBqM— Stephanie Myles (@OpenCourt) March 24, 2022
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Bianca Andreescu and Eugenie Bouchard facing injury issues
2019 US Open Champion Bianca was in great form and was in the top 5 in the rankings in just the 3rd year of her professional career. She had a horrific knee injury that forced her to sit out for nearly a year. And the return was not as strong as expected.
After missing out on the complete 2020 season, Bianca Andreescu managed to reach last seasons’ Miami Open final but then retired mid-match against Ashleigh Barty.
Eugenie Bouchard also had similar issues over the years. 2014 Wimbledon Finalist was out of action since March last year due to a shoulder injury. She did make some appearances on the court, playing in some exhibition matches and games.
However, now Bouchard is also set for April’s return.
Back in action: @geniebouchard is hitting the tennis courts again! 🤩@Paul6Rivard writes down a full round-up of events from last week, including the special occasions in which Canadian tennis stars come by the National Tennis Centre presented by Rogers to practice: ⬇️
— Tennis Canada (@TennisCanada) March 9, 2022
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Possible tournaments for the players
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Andreescu, being a former Grand slam winner could find a relatively easy way to participate at the WTA tournaments. She is on probable’s list for Stuttgart in April. She ranks outside of top-30 right now and needs to use her protected ranking to get direct qualification for the tournament.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 06: Bianca Andreescu of Canada reacts as she plays against Maria Sakkari of Greece during her Women’s Singles round of 16 match on Day Eight of the 2021 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 06, 2021 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Else she is also eligible for Top-20 wild cards due to a Grand Slam title win. Either way Bianca could play in the indoor tournament at Stuttgart provided she feels it is the right time to participate in competitive matches.
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An entry for Bouchard would be a bit difficult though, she might have to go through qualifying matches to enter into the main draw. Nonetheless, the return of both players is certainly great news for the tennis world. The Fans are excited to watch their stars compete once again on the court.
