Venus delays return, pulls out of Australian Open
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January 11, 2012, Wednesday
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VENUS Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open, prolonging her absence from the tennis tour because of an autoimmune disease that can cause fatigue and joint pain.
The seven-time grand slam winner announced on Twitter and on her website that she wouldn't play in the year's first major tournament, which starts on Monday. She added, though, that she plans to be back in action next month.
Williams hasn't played competitively since August 29 at the US Open. Two days later, she pulled out of that tournament, revealing that she'd been diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome.
"I regret to announce that I am withdrawing from the 2012 Australian Open. After several months of training and treatment, I am making steady progress to top competitive form. My diet and fitness regimen have allowed me to make great strides in terms of my health and I am very close to being ready to return to WTA competition," Williams said.
The seven-time grand slam winner announced on Twitter and on her website that she wouldn't play in the year's first major tournament, which starts on Monday. She added, though, that she plans to be back in action next month.
Williams hasn't played competitively since August 29 at the US Open. Two days later, she pulled out of that tournament, revealing that she'd been diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome.
"I regret to announce that I am withdrawing from the 2012 Australian Open. After several months of training and treatment, I am making steady progress to top competitive form. My diet and fitness regimen have allowed me to make great strides in terms of my health and I am very close to being ready to return to WTA competition," Williams said.
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