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The American teenager Amanda Anisimova withdrew from the United States Open on Tuesday because of the recent death of her father and coach, Konstantin.
A statement from family members, released by Anisimova’s representatives, said: “We are shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of our father. We appreciate the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time and ask that you respect our privacy.”
The U.S. Tennis Association announced that Anisimova had pulled out of the tournament, where main-draw play begins Monday.
Anisimova, who was born in New Jersey to Russian parents and moved to Florida when she was 3, is currently ranked 24th and would have been seeded for the U.