Former World No. 2 Badosa Sidelined Weeks with Back Injury

Paula Badosa, currently ranked world number 10, will be sidelined for several weeks due to a tear in her psoas muscle, a key muscle connecting the lower back to the leg, an injury she sustained before Wimbledon. The Spanish player, who has battled chronic lower back issues that once made her consider retirement, lost in the first round of Wimbledon to Katie Boulter and now faces uncertainty over her participation in the upcoming U.S. Open. Despite the setback, Badosa remains hopeful about her recovery and is scheduled to compete in the U.S. Open's newly introduced mixed doubles event alongside Stefanos Tsitsipas. Her recent Wimbledon loss resulted in a slight drop in her ranking, but she remains in the top 10. Badosa has publicly shared her struggles and appreciation for the support from fans during this challenging period. Her injury history and current condition cast doubt on her immediate competitive future, marking another difficult chapter in her tennis career.