Novak Djokovic has revealed surgery on his injured knee 'went well' amid fears he could be forced to withdraw from Wimbledon this summer.
The tennis icon was forced to pull out of the French Open earlier this week, with Casper Ruud then progressing to the semi-finals as a result.
Djokovic had been hoping to add to his Grand Slam haul in Paris, having won 24 majors throughout his career.
He'll be eager to play at Wimbledon, having lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the competition 12 months ago.
Novak Djokovic will be hoping to play at Wimbledon this year following his French Open withdrawal
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And Djokovic, taking to social media, has now revealed surgery on his injured knee 'went well'.
Writing on X, he said: "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.
"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.
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.
— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) June 6, 2024
I am so appreciative of the team of doctors who have been by my side… pic.twitter.com/RYLeR5KW2P
"My love for this sport is strong and the desire to compete at the highest level is what keeps me going. Idemooo."
Djokovic has since received messages of support from his fans.
"Keep going Novak," were the words of one user.
"Get well soon champ. Glad to see this statement and that you are doing well," said a second.
Another said: "Hope you make a full recovery!!"
A fourth stated: "So so glad it went well. I hope that you heal and recover fully, be totally healthy and strong. Nolefam loves you, we just want you healthy, we support you and your team! Come back stronger, sending you lots of healing vibes!"
And a fifth said: "Great news Novak..recover well and see you soon on court.
"You were in great form and I'm sure that form will continue till the end of season after returning from injury."
Meanwhile, amid fears Djokovic could miss Wimbledon, John McEnroe has spoken out.
The former tennis star believes Grand Slam bosses need to sort out 'joke' schedules to ensure the biggest names are able to play in the biggest tournaments.
"It was horrible, it was a joke. It's a black eye for our sport," he told The Sun.
"It doesn't shine too good a light on the schedule, which was a joke that they put him out at 10.30pm on Saturday.
"He'd talked about the knee issue before the tournament. That couldn't have helped.
"And it goes to three in the morning - absurd!
"If this doesn't change the mentality of the majors about this type of scheduling, I don't know what will.
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"He's the No 1 player in the world.
"An all-time great, maybe the greatest. He got hurt and that contributed to it.
"Having to play to three in the morning, you cannot say that didn't have an effect on his body, his system, his recovery.
"What time did he go to bed? 7am? How much sleep did he get? It's not good for our sport. That's a bad look."
