Shapovalov Withdraws From Opening Singles At ATP Cup
Canadian Denis Shapovalov has withdrawn from his opening singles match of the season on Sunday at the ATP Cup due to fatigue. Brayden Schnur stepped in to face John Isner of the United States.
Shapovalov is still getting up to speed after testing positive for Covid-19 upon his arrival in Sydney. The 22-year-old followed all protocols including isolating in his hotel room before being released upon completion of those protocols.
“I’m disappointed not to be able to play the first match, but I just didn’t feel ready physically yet, so we did what is best for the team,” Shapovalov said.
The lefty is joined on Team Canada by Felix Auger-Aliassime, Brayden Schnur and Steven Diez. It is Shapovalov’s third appearance in the ATP Cup.