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Player Injury Causes Withdraw from Calgary National Bank Challenger

Oct 31, 2023
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The Calgary National Bank Challenger 2023, one of the most anticipated tennis events of the year, deeply regrets to announce player changes of two talented players, Vasek Pospisil and Robin Montgomery. The two players scheduled to compete in the tennis tournament from November 5th to 12th have said injury as the reason for their withdrawal.

Vasek Pospisil

Vasek Pospisil, the Canadian tennis star known for his powerful game and impressive career, has had to make the difficult decision to withdraw from the tournament due to an elbow injury. Pospisil has been a fan favourite and an instrumental part of previous editions of the Calgary National Bank Challenger. He expressed his disappointment in not being able to participate this year. He stated, “unfortunately, due to a lingering elbow injury, I have to withdraw from the event and therefore won’t be playing next week. Thank you Danny DaCosta for always being so accommodating and understanding. Hope to see you all next year.”

Robin Montgomery

Robin Montgomery, the promising young talent from the United States, has also regrettably withdrawn from the tournament due to an injury. Montgomery was eager to return and defend her title. She expressed her disappointment but also her commitment to a full recovery.

Alexis Galarneau

In a disappointing turn of events for both fans and players alike, Alexis Galarneau, a rising star in the world of tennis, has been forced to withdraw from the highly anticipated Calgary National Bank Challenger 2023. Tennis enthusiasts and fans of Galarneau will undoubtedly miss his presence on the courts in Calgary but eagerly await his triumphant return in the future.

Hopeful of a Full Recovery

The Calgary National Bank Challenger team and attendees understand the players’ situations and wish them a speedy and complete recovery. The health and well-being of the athletes is important. The Challenger fully supports their decisions to prioritize their long-term careers.

Despite the withdrawals of Pospisil and Montgomery, the Calgary National Bank Challenger 2023 tennis tournament promises to be a thrilling event. Also attending the Challenger is Benoit Paire, Sabine Lisicki, Urszula Radwanska and defending champion Dominik Koepfer ready to showcase their talents and compete at the highest level. The Calgary National Bank Challenger is committed to delivering an exceptional experience for both players and attendees. The action on the courts is expected spectacular.

For updates and schedule, please visit the official tournament website or follow our social media channels. View the Men’s Draw here and view the Women’s Draw here. For tickets, click the button below:

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About the Calgary National Bank Challenger 2023:

The Calgary National Bank Challenger is an annual professional tennis tournament held in Calgary, Canada. It features top-notch men’s and women’s players from around the world. The event is known for its exciting matches, world-class facilities, and an unforgettable atmosphere.

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