As other rivals flounder, Novak Djokovic also seems to be in doubt ahead of the 2024 US Open.
He has suffered an injury scare just days before the start of the tournament as he cut short a training session with Holger Rune. Djokovic was said to have felt some discomfort while practicing at Flushing Meadows and was unable to continue after receiving treatment.
A big attraction of Fans Week, thousands attended Arthur Ashe Stadium to get a glimpse of the legendary Serbian as he took to the court to face Rune. However after 30 minutes, only photos and autographs were on offer as they left fans disappointed.
There was confusion as his team was waiting on court and also his bags were there. He was also supposedly training on outside courts with Rune earlier in the afternoon. As per TV2, he picked up the issue whilst out on an outside court with Rune and after half an hour, it was confirmed he wouldn’t continue.
They played between noon and 1pm local time earlier in the afternoon in New York. But whether it hampers him for the rest of the tournament remains to be seen. The wrist is a common issue with Djokovic so if it is that, it is likely not much to worry about.
But also he has battled knee issues as of late with recent surgery. He was pictured not wearing his knee brace in the lead-up but put it back on for practice during the Stars of the Open where he trained with Juan Martin del Potro and also played alongside John McEnroe against Alcaraz and Agassi. He has a few days to get ready though.
He is scheduled to start his 2024 campaign against Radu Albot on Tuesday. Fresh off winning the gold medal in Paris this summer beating Alcaraz at Roland Garros. He would face Jan-Lennard Struff or Laslo Djere if he wins his opener.
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