It's my Achilles that didn't have enough time to properly heal after the [U.S.] Open," Williams told reporters on Wednesday. Key Background:Williams had won her opening match at this year's French Open against Kristie Ahn 7-6, 6-0. The French Open was initially scheduled to start in May but was shifted to September due to the coronavirus pandemic. I think Achilles is a real injury that you don't want to play with because that is not good if it gets worse. The best Serena Williams stats (ESPN)Serena Williams withdraws from French Open with Achilles injury (CNN)

Source: Forbes September 30, 2020 14:26 UTC