Novak Djoković, the world’s 5th-ranked tennis player, has been struggling with injuries lately, and it seems like his problems are far from over. After a disappointing performance in the Australian Open, where he was forced to retire due to a knee injury, Djoković has been trying to get back on track. However, his recent training session in Miami has raised concerns about his ability to continue playing in the tournament.
According to Serbian media outlet Nova.rs, Djoković experienced discomfort in his right arm during training and had to seek the help of a masseuse. Despite efforts to alleviate the pain, he was eventually forced to abandon the training session after just an hour. This has sparked concerns about whether he will be able to continue playing in the tournament, with his next match against Camilo Ugo Carabelli scheduled for Sunday.
This is not the first time Djoković has struggled with injuries. In recent months, he has been plagued by a series of setbacks, including a knee injury that forced him to withdraw from the Australian Open and a disappointing performance in Indian Wells, where he lost to Botic Van De Zandschulp. These injuries have not only affected his performance on the court but have also taken a toll on his mental health.
Djoković’s team has remained tight-lipped about the extent of his injuries, but it is clear that he is not fully fit. His withdrawal from the tournament would be a significant blow, not just for him but for the entire tennis community. The Serbian tennis star has been a dominant force in the sport for years, and his absence would be deeply felt.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his fitness, Djoković has shown glimpses of his old form in Miami. In his previous match against Rinky Hijikata, he cruised to a 6:0, 7:6 victory, raising hopes that he might be able to overcome his injuries and make a deep run in the tournament.
However, the road ahead will not be easy. If Djoković manages to overcome his injuries and make it past Carabelli, he will face a tough opponent in either Lorenzo Musetti or Felix Auger-Aliassime. Both players have been in impressive form lately, and Djoković will need to be at the top of his game to overcome them.
As the tennis world waits with bated breath to see if Djoković will be able to continue playing in Miami, one thing is clear: his injuries are a major concern. With the French Open just around the corner, Djoković will need to get his body right if he wants to make a serious challenge for the title.
Statistics:
* Djoković has won 18 Grand Slam titles, including a record 8 Australian Open titles.
* He has been ranked world No. 1 for a record 275 weeks.
* Djoković has a 93.4% winning percentage in Grand Slam matches.
* He has won 36 ATP Masters 1000 titles, a record.
Sources:
* Nova.rs
* ATP Tour
* ESPN
* Tennis.com
