Tennis: Milos Raonic Pulls Out of French Open

Canada’s Milos Raonic has withdrawn from the French Open because of a foot injury.

The No. 6-ranked Canadaian, who also missed last week’s Rome Open, had hoped to recover in time for the clay Grand Slam, but will now look to continue his recuperation.

“I am sad to have to unfortunately announce my withdrawal from 2015 Roland Garros,” Raonic said in a statement.

“I tried my best to be back on court and healthy in time after surgery but after consulting with my team and doctors, I made a decision to withdraw from this year’s tournament and make sure I am able to return to the court at one hundred per cent.”

Milos Raonic Also Withdrew  from ATP World Tour Finals With a Quad Tear. Image: Getty.
Milos Raonic Also Withdrew from ATP World Tour Finals With a Quad Tear. Image: Getty.

Raonic underwent surgery last week to fix Morton’s Neuroma in his right foot- a painful condition that usually involves the thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toe.

“My rehab will continue this week and I will shortly begin preparations for a strong Queen’s club and Wimbledon,” Raonic concluded.