AFP, Wuhan :
World number one Serena Williams announced Thursday her withdrawal from next week’s China Open in Beijing and the WTA Finals in Singapore, ending her season.
“I am taking a proactive step and withdrawing from tournaments in Beijing and Singapore to properly address my health and take the time to heal,” the 21 time Grand Slam winner said in a statement.
epa04358451 Serena Williams of the US poses with the winner's tropny after defeating Ana Ivanovic of Serbia in the final match of the Western & Southern Open tennis tournament at the Linder Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, USA, 17 August 2014. EPA/TANNEN MAURY ** Usable by LA, CT and MoD ONLY **