Ivanovic's injury rules Serbia out of Hopman Cup final

08 January,2011 07:24 AM IST |   |  IANS

Ana Ivanovic's injury pushed Serbia out of the final of the Hopman Cup, sending Belgium into the title match at the eight-nation mixed team competition, officials confirmed yesterday


Ana Ivanovic's injury pushed Serbia out of the final of the Hopman Cup, sending Belgium into the title match at the eight-nation mixed team competition, officials confirmed yesterday.


Ana Ivanovic

"Under the rules, it is clear. If the finalist cannot play, then the second-finishing team is substituted," said tournament boss McNamee.

He added that while he had no further details of the extent of the injury, "Ana is not leaving the country," hinting that her Australian open hopes are still not over.

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Ana Ivanovic injury Hopman Cup final sending Belgium