Roger Federer has pulled out of the French Open on Sunday forward of his fourth-round match in opposition to Matteo Berrettini.
“After discussions with my team, I have decided that I must withdraw from the French Open today,” the 20-time Grand Slam winner mentioned in an announcement.
“After two knee surgical procedures and greater than a 12 months of rehabilitation, it will be significant that I take heed to my physique and ensure I don’t push myself too shortly on the trail to restoration. I’m thrilled to have 3 matches beneath my belt. There is not any higher feeling than being again on the courtroom. See you quickly everybody!”
— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) 6 June 2021
On Saturday, the 39-year-old had mentioned that he would assess his additional participation within the match after a grueling 7-6(5), 6-7(3), 7-6(4), 7-5 win. Germany’s Dominic Koefer on the empty courtroom Philippe Chatrier.
Federer had beforehand steered that he wish to defend himself for Wimbledon, which begins on 28 June.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
