Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep has pulled out of qualifying for the Australian Open and will delay the start of her 2025 season.
The 33-year-old received wildcards for Australian Open qualifying and the Auckland Classic, which begins on Monday.
Halep will not compete for at least a month due to knee and shoulder pain after playing in an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi earlier this month.
She is planning to begin her season at the Transylvania Open in early February.
"After playing in Abu Dhabi, unfortunately I felt pain in my knee and shoulder once again," she posted on social media.
"After discussing with my team at length, we agreed it is sensible to delay the start of my season.
"It's not what I wanted but I would like to thank the tournament organisers in Auckland and Australia for the wild cards and I'm sorry I won't be able to take them this time."
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