World number two Simona Halep will not play in the US Open

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Romania's Simona Halep, who is ranked second in the world, has also announced her decision to withdraw from the US Open. "Given the current situation, I am not ready to travel to New York," Halep announced on his Twitter account after winning the Prague Open. I am making this decision prioritizing my health. Halep's decision has hit organizers, who have been preparing for the US Open since August 31, even amid the Corona epidemic.

Former world number one Ashley Barty and women's singles defending champion Canadian Bianca Andrewscu have also withdrawn from the US Open. Defending men's singles champion and veteran Nadal also announced his withdrawal from the US Open earlier. Australia's Nick Kyrgios and former Switzerland champion Wawrinka have also announced their decision not to play in the US Open.

"After considering the special circumstances we are currently living in and all the other aspects, I have decided not to travel to New York to play in the US Open," said Simona Halep. I have always said that I make all my decisions with my health in mind.


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