Despite a disappointing withdrawal from the US Open, Ons Jabeur is not letting it dampen her spirits. Instead, the Tunisian was spotted at an Enrique Iglesias concert, soaking in the music and energy – a well-deserved break before she gears up for her next challenge on the tour.
Jabeur gave her admirers a peek into her exciting night out by posting a series of pictures on Instagram. The Tunisian and her friends took a happy photo to start the evening, perfectly capturing the fun and excitement of their excursion. Jabeur then shared upbeat videos from the concert throughout the evening, emphasizing the thrilling energy that was all around them.
In one of the posts, her friend echoed the celebratory mood by commenting, “Couldn’t have ended our fun week any better way,” capturing the essence of their enjoyment. Jabeur looked radiant in a chic black short-short dress that complemented the evening’s dynamic vibe. The Tunisian embraced the festive spirit and danced with enthusiasm, as she joined her companions, including Fernando Verdasco, in fully soaking up the vibrant scene.
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Jabeur’s friend added a lighthearted comment to their shared experience in another Instagram story. “You know you are out with a tennis player when they’re serving balloons,” the caption read, highlighting Jabeur’s whimsical side during the evening’s fun.
On the sporting front this season, Ons Jabeur made the difficult choice to skip the Olympics in order to focus on her fitness, but there were still difficulties when she returned to the WTA Tour.
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At the beginning of the US hardcourt swing, Jabeur was forced to withdraw from the Washington tournament, before she lost to Naomi Osaka in the first round of the Toronto Open. Following that, she withdrew from the Cincinnati Open and US Open as well. Elise Mertens of Belgium was subsequently awarded her seeded spot in the US Open draw. After her withdrawal from the US Open, Jabeur shared a heartfelt message on Instagram.
Ons Jabeur shared an emotional message over her US Open withdrawal
Following her withdrawal from the 2024 US Open, Ons Jabeur released a poignant statement for her supporters expressing her regret and asking for prayers for a speedy recovery. In her Instagram post, Jabeur opened up about her struggle with a shoulder injury, stating, “Dear All, I am truly sad to announce that my shoulder won’t recover in time for the US Open. I feel I need to give 100%, and today it’s not possible yet.”
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Reflecting on the challenges throughout the year, she added, “Life has ups and downs, but sometimes in the very negative moments we all need to find the positive in it. This year has been very tough for me, but I know somewhere the light is there.” Jabeur thanked her fans, sponsors, and family for their unwavering support and also urged kindness from those questioning her choices.
Before she returns to the intense world of tennis, Jabeur’s night out at the Enrique Iglesias concert was a fun and well-earned break. Immersed in the lively atmosphere and enjoying moments of fun with friends, she embraced the opportunity to recharge and savor life outside of competition.
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