Barbora Krejcikova hints at Roland Garros return after injury stint on the sidelines - "The doctors have given me permission"

After a long injury hiatus, reigning Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova appears to be on the right track as she prepares for a return to the WTA circuit.

The former World No.2 has not played a professional match during the 2025 season, with her last appearance coming at the 2024 WTA Finals. After withdrawing from the Australian Open in January due to a back injury, the two-time Grand Slam champion has been out of action but hopes to return to the tour by Roland Garros in May.

Although she did not represent her native Czech Republic at the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers last weekend, Krejcikova was present to support her teammates. The 29-year old spoke on her recovery, stating she had resumed training and was hoping to return in time for the Parisian Grand Slam.

"I've reached the stage where I can do everything, the doctors have given me permission," said Krejcikova. "I'm gradually putting more strain on my back, I play tennis three, maximum four times a week, for an hour to an hour and a half. I'm very happy to be here and support the girls. And I'm also very sorry that I'm not playing.
"It's sad that I'm not playing and that I had to miss such a large part of the season. I was hoping that the injury wouldn't be so serious and that the recovery would be faster, but unfortunately that's not the case.
"My health is progressing well, but slowly. I hope I can make it to Paris, and if I can do something before then, I will be happy."