Novak Djokovic is 2024 Olympics The match, in Paris next month, will be played on the same clay courts where the 24-time Grand Slam champion suffered a torn meniscus that brought a premature end to his French Open career.
The Serbian Olympic Committee announced on Tuesday that the 37-year-old Djokovic will compete in his fifth Olympic Games, just weeks after withdrawing in the quarterfinals. Roland Garros He sustained the injury after a five-set win against Francisco Cerundolo.
Novak Djokovic of Serbia is seen en route to defeating Francisco Cernudolo of Argentina in the fourth round during day 9 of the 2024 French Open at Roland Garros on June 3, 2024 in Paris. (Ian McNicol/Getty Images)
The news comes amid uncertainty over Djokovic’s health ahead of Wimbledon.
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The player underwent surgery in Paris after tearing the meniscus in his right knee, and vowed on social media to return “as soon as possible”.
“I’m still taking it all in, but I’m happy to report that the surgery went well,” he said in the X post.
“I will do my best to stay healthy and in shape so I can return to the court as soon as possible. My love for this sport is strong and my desire to compete at the highest level is what drives me.”
Novak Djokovic of Serbia receives treatment for a knee injury during his match against Francisco Cernudolo of Argentina on Court Philippe Chatrier during the fourth round of the 2024 French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros in Paris on June 3, 2024. (Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
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Djokovic appears to be making good on that promise, posting a video to social media over the weekend showing his “progress” in his rehabilitation in the gym.
Although his Olympic place is assured, it is unclear whether Djokovic will be fit in time. Wimbledon, It starts on July 1st.
Novak Djokovic of Sevier reacts during his defeat of Francisco Cernudolo of Argentina during day 9 of the French Open 2024 at Roland Garros on June 3, 2024 in Paris. (Ian McNicol/Getty Images)
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Despite his legendary career, Djokovic is still searching for that title that eluded him: an Olympic gold medal.
He competed in his first Olympic Games in 2008, winning a bronze medal with Serbia.
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