Fonseca pulls out of US Open injured

Brazil's Joao Fonseca has withdrawn from the U.S. Open, citing an abdominal injury that requires further recovery time. The 20-year-old announced his decision on Instagram on Monday, marking another significant absence from the men's singles draw.

Fonseca, currently ranked 26th in the world, had generated considerable excitement following his impressive run to the French Open quarterfinals this year, where he notably defeated top players like Novak Djokovic and Casper Ruud. His withdrawal is a blow to the tournament, which has already seen several other high-profile players pull out.

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After undergoing tests and starting treatment for my abdomen, it became clear to me and my team that I need more time to fully recover so I can compete at a high level.

"After undergoing tests and starting treatment for my abdomen, it became clear to me and my team that I need more time to fully recover so I can compete at a high level," Fonseca stated. He acknowledged the difficulty of the decision, calling the U.S. Open a "very special tournament" for him, and expressed his commitment to returning as soon as possible.

Fonseca's withdrawal follows similar announcements from world number one Jannik Sinner and Britain's Jack Draper, who also withdrew last week due to injuries. Former world number four Holger Rune will also miss the event. The men's singles main draw is scheduled to begin on Sunday.

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It was not an easy decision to make, as it is a very special tournament for me. We'll keep working hard so I can come back as soon as possible.