Miami Open 2021: Serena Williams becomes latest star to withdraw from tournament

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are also not participating in the Miami Open

Serena Williams has joined the growing list of tennis superstars that will not be participating in the upcoming Miami Open. Williams said a recent oral surgery is the reason she will not be playing in the upcoming tournament.  Williams added that the Miami Open is a tournament she looks forward to and expressed disappointed in having to miss it. "Miami is a special tournament for me because it's my home. I am sad I won't be able to see the incredible fans this year, but I look forward to coming back soon," she said in a statement on Sunday.