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The Guardian - UK
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Djokovic targeting return ‘as soon as possible’ after knee surgery

Novak Djokovic kneels down
Novak Djokovic injured his knee during his match against Francisco Cerundolo at the French Open. Photograph: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images

Novak Djokovic has confirmed his knee surgery went well and that he will return to competition “as soon as possible” after undergoing the medical procedure shortly after his withdrawal from the French Open due to a torn medial meniscus.

“In the past day, I had to make some tough decisions after sustaining a meniscus tear during my last match,” Djokovic wrote on social media. “I’m still processing it all but I am happy to update you that the surgery went well. I am so appreciative of the team of doctors who have been by my side as well as the overwhelming support I have received from my fans.

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