Arina Sabalenka has announced her withdrawal from the China Open due to an injury sustained after the US Open, focusing on recovery.

Belarusian player Arina Sabalenka, recent winner of the US Open, has withdrawn from the China Open tournament due to a minor injury. In a statement, she expressed her regret and emphasized that she will focus her efforts on a full recovery for the rest of the year. The tournament will take place in Beijing, with Coco Gauff as the current champion.