Novak Djokovic says that though he is recovering from knee surgery and doing okay, he will only compete at Wimbledon this year if he can battle to win the title.
The seven-time champion underwent surgery after rupturing the medial meniscus in his right knee at the French Open. He plans to decide if he will compete in this year’s championships before the draw on Friday. The tournament is set to begin on July 1.
On Djokovic’s preparations
Despite having a support bandage on his knee, he trained at Wimbledon. The athlete said: “I didn’t come here to play a few rounds… If I know I can play close to my maximum or at maximum, then I’ll play. If not, then I’ll give somebody else a chance to play.”
He added: “I really will only play if I know I am in a state which is good enough to go far in the tournament and fight for the title, so that’s the condition.”
Djokovic also declared that his rehab is “going in the right direction” and that he is getting better every single day. He remarked: “I’m taking things gradually. I’m not pushing myself yet 100%, but I’m hoping that’s going to come in the next few days.”
If Djokovic participates in Wimbledon this year, it will be his 19th time appearance at the grass-court Grand Slam.
Source: BBC