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 The 25-year-old Argentine started the year by winning his 18th
ATP title at the Sydney International but since being upset in the
second round of the Australian Open by Roberto Bautista has managed
to play just four matches at two tournaments.
"I would like to take this opportunity to tell you, my fans, that
although the recovery of the wrist is progressing very well, I need
a little more time to reach the competitive level necessary to
compete week after week," Del Potro said in a message posted on his
Facebook page.
"I worked hard to be ready to make my comeback in Asia, where I had
great results last year, but unfortunately it was not possible.
"I'm going to miss my fans in Malaysia, Tokyo and Shanghai who
always gave me tremendous support. I will keep working hard on my
recovery to play the European season at the end of the year."
Del Potro, the 2009 champion at Flushing Meadows, will miss the
Sept. 22-28 Malaysian Open, his title defense at the Japan Open a
week later and the Oct. 5-12 Shanghai Masters, where he made the
final last year.
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The season-ending European swing starts Oct. 13 with tournaments in
Russia, Sweden and Austria.
(Reporting by Ian Ransom; Editing by Nick Mulvenney)
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