Maria Sharapova will likely be absent from the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour for the rest of the 2008 tennis season.
Two tears in her right shoulder prompted her withdrawal from the Olympics and the US Open.
Sharapova’s agent, Max Eisenbud, confirmed the news to USA Today on Wednesday. Sharapova is under doctor’s orders to not hit a tennis ball for four weeks.
She is expected to spend most of the fall in Scottsdale, Arizona while working with physical therapist Brett Fischer.
Bummer!! My favorite and who I think is the most exciting player out for the year. Hopefully, 2009 will bring her good health and a return to the #1 spot she desereves. Get well Maria.
[...] It's disappointing news but I’m not worried about Masha, she’ll always get the best out of a bad situation. Plus, her accommodation in Arizona is more than comfortable – let the pictures do the talking. (source: On the Baseline) [...]
Can anyone explain why Maria was recently photographed on waterskis in Arizona? What was she thinking?
[...] Is Maria Sharapova returning to the Tour? Yes, but she may not be back until 2009. [...]