Bianca Andreescu Withdraws from Billie Jean King Cup

Bianca Andreescu has officially withdrawn from Canada's Billie Jean King Cup team, prioritizing her health after a season plagued by injuries. Tennis Canada announced her decision, emphasizing the need for Andreescu to focus on recovery following a challenging return to competitive tennis. Although she recently participated in two tournaments in Japan, her focus remains on rehabilitation after her earlier exits at the French Open and U.S. Open, where she was the 2019 champion. The Canadian team will now consist of Leylah Fernandez, Rebecca Marino, Gabriela Dabrowski, and Marina Stakusic, as they aim to defend their title in Malaga, Spain, starting on November 17. They seek to become the first team since Czechia in 2016 to achieve consecutive championships. Andreescu's absence marks a significant adjustment for the team ahead of their quarterfinal match against either Britain or Germany.