Novak Djokovic Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery, Aims for Swift Return

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, has undergone successful surgery on his right knee after sustaining a meniscus tear during the French Open. The Serbian star announced the news on social media, expressing his gratitude to the medical team and his determination to return to competition as soon as possible.

Djokovic's injury occurred early in the second set of his fourth-round match against Francisco Cerundolo. Despite the pain, he battled through to win the match in five sets. However, the severity of the injury forced him to withdraw from the tournament, ending his hopes of defending his French Open title.

The surgery, performed in Paris on Wednesday, was deemed a success by Djokovic. He is now focused on his recovery and rehabilitation, with the aim of returning to the court as soon as his knee allows.

"I'm going to do my best to be healthy and fit to return to the court as soon as possible," Djokovic wrote on social media. "My love for this sport is strong and the desire to compete at the highest level is what keeps me going."

The exact timeline for Djokovic's recovery is unclear, but it is likely to impact his upcoming schedule. Wimbledon, where he has won seven titles, begins on July 1. The tennis events for the Paris Olympics start on July 27 at Roland Garros, the site of the French Open.

Djokovic's absence from the French Open has opened up the tournament for a new champion. With both Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, the record 14-time winner, eliminated, someone will be holding the French Open men's trophy for the first time on Sunday.

In the wake of Djokovic's injury, Jannik Sinner is set to become the first Italian man to reach the No. 1 ranking in the ATP standings. The new rankings will be released on Monday.

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