The 24-year-old American has not played a match since the hard-court swing earlier this season. She first pulled out of the Charleston Open in March after sustaining an injury during the Miami Open, before later withdrawing from the Madrid Open because of wrist trouble.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Anisimova\u2019s most recent appearances came at the Indian Wells Open and the Miami Open, where she reached the Round of 16 in consecutive events. Soon after Miami, the American also confirmed that she had ended her coaching partnership with Hendrik Vleeshouwers. \"Last year holds so many special moments and achievements together that I will never forget! We picked up some trophies and incredible milestones, but all the laughs and behind-the-scenes moments I\u2019ll carry with me even more,\u201d Anisimova wrote on Instagram.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The reigning WTA Most Improved Player has compiled an 11-6 record this season. She reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open in January and advanced to the semifinals in Dubai the following month, but has played only six tour-level matches since then.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Anisimova joins a growing list of withdrawals from the Rome event. Earlier this week, Marta Kostyuk pulled out because of a right hip injury.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The reigning WTA Most Improved Player has compiled an 11-6 record this season. She reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open in January and advanced to the semifinals in Dubai the following month, but has played only six tour-level matches since then.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, Emma Raducanu also withdrew from the tournament earlier because of a post-viral illness.<\/p>\r\n\r\n