Serena Williams has pulled out of this month's Family Circle Cup for a second straight year, this time due to a continuing knee injury. Williams hasn't played since winning the Australian Open earlier this year, when she beat Justine Henin in the final. Williams won the Family Circle Cup in 2008.
"I was really hoping my knee would heal in time to play the Family Circle Cup, as it's one of my favorite stops on the Tour," said Williams. "Unfortunately my knee has not fully healed in time and I am now looking forward to returning to the WTA Tour in Europe. I wish the tournament, players and fans a great week." Last year, Williams pulled out of the event due to a left leg injury.
Defending champion Sabine Lisicki of Germany also withdrew due to a left ankle injury. Last year, she upended Denmark's Caroline Wozniacki in the final in Charleston. "Unfortunately, I won't be able to defend my title. It's heartbreaking for me to not be able to come back," said Lisicki. "I'm sorry, but I hope to be back next year to get the great support in Charleston and win the nice trophy again."
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