Ons Jabeur Withdraws From Wimbledon Opener Over Breathing Issues
She will take time off to recuperate following ongoing health struggles that ended her opening match.
Overview
- Jabeur retired during her first-round match against Viktoriya Tomova with the score at 7-6(5), 2-0 as she struggled to breathe.
- She took a medical timeout in the first set under intense heat before conceding the match on Court 14.
- This latest health setback follows a season-ending shoulder injury in 2024 and a leg strain suffered at the Miami Open earlier in 2025.
- Her world ranking has dropped to 59 as persistent injuries have repeatedly disrupted her tournament play.
- Jabeur expressed sadness over her condition and said she will disconnect from competition to recover and rebuild her confidence.