‘See you soon.’ Djokovic commented on his withdrawal from Roland Garros

The esteemed Serbian tennis virtuoso Novak Djokovic has elucidated his withdrawal from Roland Garros 2024.

The grounds for the Serbian maestro's departure from the tournament are attributed to an affliction concerning his right knee.

"It is with profound melancholy that I impart the necessity of my withdrawal from Roland Garros. I exerted myself with utmost fervor and dedication in the match yesterday, yet, regrettably, due to a rupture of the medial meniscus in my right knee, my team and I found ourselves compelled to make the arduous decision following meticulous contemplation and consultations.

I extend my well-wishes to the competitors vying this week, and sincerely express gratitude to the extraordinary supporters for their unwavering love and steadfast encouragement. Until we meet again," articulated Djokovic on his platform on X.

The Serbian luminary shall relinquish the mantle of the world's premier racketeer upon the conclusion of the event. For the first time in his career, the coveted ATP No.1 ranking shall be inherited by the Italian virtuoso, Jannik Sinner.

In the quarterfinals, Novak was slated to confront Casper Ruud on the 5th of June. The Serbian luminary boasts a triumvirate of triumphs at this tournament.