Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open with knee injury: How will this impact his chances at Wimbledon? | Tennis Update

World No 1 Novak Djokovic has shocked the tennis world by pulling out of the French Open due to a knee injury, ending his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam trophy. The defending champion was set to face Casper Ruud in the quarter-finals but had to withdraw, allowing Ruud to progress straight to the semi-finals.

In a statement on Instagram, Djokovic expressed his sadness at having to withdraw, citing a medial meniscus tear in his right knee as the reason for his decision. The injury had been bothering him for weeks, and he needed anti-inflammatory tablets during his previous match.

The Serbian player’s withdrawal also means he will lose his world No 1 ranking to Italian Jannik Sinner later this month. There are conflicting reports about whether Djokovic has undergone surgery on his knee, with some sources claiming he has while others deny it.

With Wimbledon just around the corner, Djokovic’s participation in the prestigious tournament is now in doubt. Former coach Boris Becker expressed concern about Djokovic’s chances of competing on grass with a serious knee injury. The tennis world is eagerly awaiting updates on Djokovic’s recovery and whether he will be fit to play at Wimbledon.

As Djokovic faces this setback, fans and analysts are left wondering about his future in the sport and whether he will be able to bounce back from this injury. Stay tuned for more updates on Djokovic’s recovery and potential return to the court.