Krejcikova withdraws from Indian Wells, Miami due to back injury

Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has withdrawn from the upcoming Indian Wells and Miami tournaments due to a persistent back injury, which has sidelined her since November. The world number 16 had to skip the Australian Open in January and announced her withdrawal ahead of the BNP Paribas Open starting March 5. Krejcikova initially sustained the injury during the Tour's Asian swing and struggled with it during the WTA Finals in Riyadh. Austria's Julia Grabher will replace Krejcikova in the main draw at Indian Wells. Organizers confirmed the schedule for both tournaments, with Miami set to begin on March 18. Krejcikova's absence marks a significant loss for the events, given her status as a reigning Grand Slam champion.