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Drake is cancelling a handful of shows following his recent ankle injury.

The rapper, who is currently over 50 shows into his Summer Sixteen Tour, is scrapping his shows in hometown Toronto, Philadelphia and one of two in Newark, with plans to reschedule for later dates.

"I am crushed to be even be typing this announcement," he said in a note to fans. in which he noted he was following "doctor's orders to allow me to recuperate."

He added: "I can't wait to see you all again with new music and a stronger ankle."