Victoria Azarenka officially pulls out of Roland Garros 2014

World number five Victoria Azarenka has officially pulled out of the upcoming Roland Garros 2014 tournament in Paris. The Belarussian said that she is still working on her recovery from the foot injury that sidelined her for about two months.

“Hi Everyone – Unfortunately I will not be able to compete in Roland Garros this year—one of the greatest tournaments in one of the greatest cities in the world,” Azarenka wrote.

“I am working very hard on my recovery and hopefully I will be able to resume practice soon. Thanks to all of you for the support and continuos messages on my Facebook and Twitter. I love you all,” she added.

The Roland Garros 2014 tournament begins next week.