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Bhupathi opts out of Chennai Open

Source: PTI
December 25, 2006 17:32 IST
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Indian doubles ace Mahesh Bhupathi has pulled out of the Chennai ATP Open tennis due to tendonitis of the right wrist.

A press release from the organisers said the Indian, who has been training in London since the Doha Asian Games, developed a niggle in his wrist during training.

Doctors have advised Bhupathi rest for four-five days after which his rehabilitation and training will begin.

Earlier in the day, a press release had said Mahesh would be partnering Simon Aspelin of Sweden in doubles in the January 1-7 event.

Bhupathi, who is world number 30 in doubles ranking, did not play in the tournament last year.

Four-time doubles winner Leander Paes has already skipped the event and has decided to play in the Doha Open with his regular partner Martin Damm of Czech Republic.

This is the first time both Paes and Bhupathi will not be seen in action at the Chennai Open.

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