World number eight Karolina Muchova has been forced to withdraw from the upcoming WTA Finals in Cancun due to a right wrist injury. In her place, first alternate Maria Sakkari of Greece will participate in the tournament.

Muchova secured her spot as the eighth player to qualify for the season-ending event, following an impressive run that included reaching the final at Cincinnati and the semi-finals at the U.S. Open, where she faced American Coco Gauff on both occasions. Witness the best tennis game ever with attractive betting odds from Nextbet. 

In a statement, Muchova expressed her disappointment at having to withdraw: “Together with the team and doctors, we tried everything until the last moment to resolve my wrist injury. Unfortunately, the time needed for recovery is longer than we would have hoped for, and therefore I had to make this unpleasant decision.”

The ninth-ranked Sakkari will now step in to compete in her third consecutive WTA Finals, having reached the semi-finals last year. This year’s event is set to kick off on Sunday.

Muchova’s withdrawal is a blow to the tournament, as she had displayed impressive form throughout the season, but her injury leaves her unable to participate. Meanwhile, Sakkari will have the opportunity to prove her mettle at the WTA Finals once again, aiming to make her mark in the competition.

The WTA Finals in Cancun promises to be a thrilling event, and the addition of Sakkari to the lineup ensures that the competition remains fierce. Tennis fans will be eagerly watching to see how Sakkari performs in this prestigious tournament, where the world’s top players will battle for the title.

As Muchova focuses on her recovery, the tennis world wishes her a swift return to the court and looks forward to seeing her compete at her best once again. In the meantime, fans will anticipate the exciting matchups and high-quality tennis that the WTA Finals in Cancun is sure to provide. Get the latest updates from the world of tennis only on Nextbet Sports.