New deadline for Dominic Thiem. Two days before the draw of the drawIndian Wells, the Austrian finally withdrew. Not only is he not playing in California, but he is also giving up on Miami. He intends to resume on clay, his favorite surface. It’s starting to take a long time, even if according to the message left to his fans via an Instagram story, everything is fine for the wrist, but the player prefers to wait for the season on land, a surface on which he is more comfortable.
The abandonment of Dominic Thiem against Mannarino in June 2021
“Hello everybody. I wanted to give quick news. I had a really good weeks of training, the wrist is perfectly fine, but I still decided to withdraw from the Indian Wells and Miami tournaments, to start on clay which is always the surface on which I feel the best. So I think it’s the perfect time to start. I would have loved to play here in the United States, I’m so sorry for my fans. Last time I played here in Indian Wells I won the tournament so I love playing in the USA so I can’t wait to get back there.“
Dominic Thiem is fine but prefers to come back to earth, his favorite surface! pic.twitter.com/kF7hkZhQO2
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A choice that may seem strange, because according to a previous video on his Instagram, Thiem seemed to have arrived in the Californian desert for a few days. He even commented:I’m working very hard to come back stronger than ever. Great week of training, I’m improving day by day! I remain patient and prepare for many more victories to come.“A message that did not suggest a package, especially since the Austrian was hitting hard. On Wednesday, he even wanted to say a word to his fans by sharing a photo of him a few years ago. is developed, but the “boil” is easy to recognize.
“Still not quite there but definitely on the right track!”
“This kid would be proud! Same but different! We have come a long way. Very happy with my progress over the past few weeks. Still not quite there but definitely on the right track! Always trying to be the best version of myself. I hope you too !“, he wrote. Optimism is therefore in order about his participation in the first Masters 1000 of the season.
