Roger Federer pulls out of Miami Open
Roger Federer has pulled out of the Miami Open due to a stomach virus.
Federer had been due to play Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro on Friday in what would have been the Swiss' first tournament appearance since injuring his left knee following his Australian Open defeat to Novak Djokovic in January.
According to ESPN, 17-time grand slam winner Federer said in a statement on Friday: "I am very sorry that I have to pull out of the Miami Open with a stomach virus.
Roger Federer had been scheduled to make his comeback appearance on Friday at the Miami Open
"I feel bad for the tournament and the fans as I have rarely ever had to withdraw at such short notice.
"I have not felt great for a few days, and unfortunately it got worse in the last 24 hours. I was really excited to have my comeback in Miami but I am in no condition to play. I tried to warm up this morning, but it was clear that I could not compete."
The 34-year-old has been replaced by lucky loser Horacio Zeballos, Del Potro's compatriot, in the Miami Open draw.
Federer this week revealed the knee surgery he underwent last month was required due to an injury sustained while preparing a bath for his twin daughters.
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