Ons Jabeur’s latest withdrawal in Dubai has raised doubts over how successful the Tunisian can be this season.
Despite having high hopes for revitalizing her season in Dubai, Ons Jabeur has had another setback in 2024.
The Tunisian was forced to withdraw from one of her favourite tournaments of the year in Dubai due to a knee injury.
This withdrawal came days after Jabeur said she was ready for the challenge in Dubai and was excited to compete in front of a passionate crowd in Dubai.
In a statement Jabeur explained her injury and why she was unable to compete in Dubai this week, “After consultation of my doctors and team we have decided that I will have to withdraw from Dubai this week and go for more medical treatments,” Jabeur was quoted by tennishead as saying.
“Looking forward to reconnect with all on the courts for the US swing. Thank you for your continuous support.”
This latest setback isn’t a coincidence though as Jabeur has struggled with injuries ever since her Wimbledon final.
The mental and physical toll that the last eight months have taken of Jabeur are starting to show.
There doesn’t seem to be a plan in place as Jabeur has been open about her mental health struggles since that comprehensive defeat to Marketa Vondrousova at Wimbledon.
That’s a potential problem for Jabeur going forwards as it continues to get tougher for the world number six to find motivation going forwards.
A long break away from tennis may be beneficial for Jabeur as it feels like this summer may be the Tunisian’s last opportunity at Grand Slam glory.
An innovative and new approach may be required for Jabeur as her physical and mental stamina continues to fade with every week.
However will Jabeur manage reinvent herself before it’s too late? Only time will tell and SW19 may be the final destination in that bid.
