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Novak Djokovic Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery, Hopes For Return

Serbia's Novak Djokovic slipped and fell during the fourth round match of the French Open tennis tournament against Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, Monday

Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis star, provided an update on his health following a knee injury sustained during the French Open. Djokovic confirmed that the surgery on his right knee was successful and expressed his desire to return to competition at the earliest.

The injury occurred during Djokovic's fourth-round match against Francisco Cerundolo, forcing him to withdraw from the tournament where he was the defending champion. The 37-year-old underwent the operation in Paris and shared his gratitude towards the medical team for their support.

In a social media post, Djokovic mentioned, 'I'm going to do my best to be healthy and fit to return to the court as soon as possible.' He emphasized his passion for the sport and his determination to compete at the highest level.

While the exact timeline for his recovery remains uncertain, Djokovic's participation in upcoming events, including Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics, is in question. Wimbledon, where Djokovic has claimed seven Grand Slam titles, is scheduled to begin on July 1, while the Paris Olympics tennis events start on July 27 at Roland Garros.

With Djokovic out of the French Open, the men's singles competition will see a new champion crowned, as both Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, the record-holder with 14 French Open titles, are absent from the latter stages of the tournament.

Following Djokovic's withdrawal, the remaining players in the men's draw are gearing up for the semifinals, with exciting matchups set to take place. The absence of Djokovic will also lead to a change in the ATP rankings, with Jannik Sinner poised to claim the top spot, becoming the first Italian man to achieve this feat.

As Djokovic focuses on his recovery and eventual return to the court, the tennis world eagerly awaits his comeback and the resumption of his rivalry with other top players.

For more tennis news and updates, visit AP tennis.

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