Defending Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has provided a much-anticipated fitness update ahead of beginning her title defence against Eastbourne Open runners-up Alexandra Eala on Tuesday.
The Czech star, who had to withdraw from the Eastbourne Open quarterfinals this week due to injury, reassured fans in her pre-match press conference that she is recovering well.
“I had to have a couple of days off where I did not really play any tennis, but I did some off-court stuff. I have been feeling every day a little bit better, so I am really happy with that,” Krejcikova said.
She added,
“I hope by Tuesday everything’s going to be fine. I hope I am going to have a nice match and a great tournament.”
‘Tough, complicated but not difficult’
Krejcikova, who returned to the court in May after a lengthy break from November due to a thigh injury, shared that being back on tour feels rewarding despite the long layoff.
“It is actually very, very nice to be here and very nice to play, even after all the time I was out. So I am enjoying it. I am happy to be here. I find it tough, complicated, but I do not find it difficult. I am looking forward very much to playing on Tuesday,” she concluded.
Fans will be eagerly watching to see how the reigning champion performs as she begins her campaign to defend her Wimbledon crown.
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