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 The Argentine world number eight, whose career was severely
disrupted by surgery on his right wrist in 2010, pulled out of the
Sony Open last week and posted a message on his Facebook page.
"Following new examinations done today, my doctor Richard Berger
decided that I should have surgery to fix the problem on my left
wrist," it read.
"Obviously, it's not the easiest choice or the happiest moment of my
career.
"I experienced a similar situation and I know how hard it is to be
out of the tour, the desire to return, the endless weeks of recovery
and how difficult it is to start fighting for the top spots in the
rankings again."
The 25-year-old started the year by winning his 18th ATP title at
the Sydney International but since being upset in the second round
of the Australian Open by Roberto Bautista Agut has managed to play
just four matches at two tournaments.
The decision to have the surgery will be a major blow to the 2009
U.S. Open champion, who, when fully fit, has the ability to contend
at the very top of the game.
Del Potro concluded the message by thanking his fans for their
support throughout his struggles with injury.
"The strength you send me and my desire will be crucial during my
recovery," he said.
(Reporting by Nick Mulvenney; editing by Greg Stutchbury)
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