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The French Open said MRI results revealed that
Djokovic, who played on with pain-killers, had suffered a torn
medial meniscus that prompted him to take the decision.
"In the past day, I had to make some tough decisions after
sustaining a meniscus tear during my last match. I’m still
processing it all but I am happy to update you that the surgery
went well," Djokovic said in a post on Instagram.
"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.
"I'm going to do my best to be healthy and fit to return to the
court as soon as possible. My love for this sport is strong and
the desire to compete at the highest level is what keeps me
going."
Wimbledon, which Djokovic has won seven times, will take place
from July 1-14, while the men's singles tennis tournament at the
Paris Olympics is scheduled for July 27-Aug. 4.
Djokovic's injury was the latest in a series of unfortunate
events for the 37-year-old, who won three out of the four majors
last year but has looked off the pace this season.
He has not won a title in 2024 and suffered a semi-final defeat
by eventual winner Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open in
January.
(Reporting by Vincent Daheron in Paris and Aadi Nair in
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