Just when Bianca Andreescu was ready to launch her long-awaited comeback, another health setback has struck. The 2019 US Open champion revealed that an emergency appendectomy will keep her off the court even longer, dashing her hopes of an early 2025 return.
The Canadian star, who hasn’t played since October 2024 due to a recurring back injury, had planned to make her return at the Merida Open. But after suffering sudden, severe stomach pain, her comeback plans were put on ice yet again.
Andreescu’s Emotional Update: ‘Can’t Wait to Get Back’
In a heartfelt message on social media, Andreescu shared the crushing news, explaining that her comeback was just around the corner before the medical emergency hit.
“Hey everyone. Quick life update—training was going so well, and I was very excited for the @wtameridaopen to be my first tournament of the 2025 season. However, I unexpectedly started experiencing some sharp pain in my stomach, which led to an emergency appendectomy,” she wrote.
While the surgery was successful, her return to competition will now be delayed by months.
“The surgery went smoothly, and I’m on the road to recovery. My plan is to be back on the court for the clay season, stronger than ever. Thanks so much for all your support—can’t wait to get back to competing!”
Another Blow in Andreescu’s Ongoing Injury Struggles
It’s been a brutal stretch for Andreescu, whose career has been defined as much by her immense talent as by her repeated injury struggles. After bursting onto the scene in 2019 with a stunning US Open title, she seemed destined to become one of the sport’s dominant forces.
However, a string of injuries—including knee, ankle, and back issues—have plagued her ever since, preventing her from building sustained momentum on the tour.
- Her last tournament was at the Japan Open in October 2024, where she suffered a heavy defeat to Katie Boulter (2-6, 1-6).
- She shut down her 2024 season early due to a nagging back injury that has troubled her for years.
- This latest setback not only postpones her return but also forces her to miss marquee events like Indian Wells and the Miami Open—tournaments where she has historically thrived.
When Will Andreescu Return?
With her absence now extended through the Sunshine Double, the earliest Andreescu could return would be during the clay-court season.
Potential comeback targets include:
- WTA 500 Stuttgart Open (mid-April) – A possible but ambitious return date.
- Madrid Open (late April) – A more realistic timeline, giving her additional recovery time.
- Italian Open (early May) – A final warm-up before Roland Garros.
If all goes well, Andreescu could be fully fit for the French Open, where she will look to make her long-awaited Grand Slam return.
Can Andreescu Bounce Back?
While setbacks have defined much of Andreescu’s career, her resilience remains unmatched. She has repeatedly fought back from career-threatening injuries, and if she stays healthy, there’s no question she still has the talent to return to the top of the game.
With a successful recovery and a fresh start on clay, 2025 could still be the year Andreescu reminds the world why she was once considered one of tennis’ brightest stars.
For now, though, the wait continues.
