Focus On Recovery After Oral Surgery, Serena Williams Resigns From Miami Open 2021

JAKARTA - Serena Williams decided on Sunday to withdraw from the Miami Open tennis tournament saying she must concentrate on recovering after oral surgery.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion is following in the footsteps of a number of star players such as Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic, who withdrew from the tournament, which last year was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

"I am disappointed to withdraw from the Miami Open due to oral surgery recently," Williams said as reported by US media and quoted by Antara, Monday.

"Miami is a special tournament for me because it is my home and I am sad that I will not be able to see the incredible fans this year, but I hope to be back soon," said the former world's number one.

The Miami Open will be held from March 22 to April 4 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida.