Roger Federer Withdraws From French Open, Cites Fitness Concerns [View all]
Roger Federer has withdrawn from the French Open, citing fitness concerns: "It’s important that I listen to my body"
World No. 8 Roger Federer has withdrawn from the French Open following his third-round victory, citing a need to rest, Roland Garros announced.
The 39-year-old won in four sets (7-6, 6-7, 7-6, 7-5) against Dominik Koepfer on late Saturday night in a match that lasted three-and-a-half hours. After the match, his third win in the last week, Federer hinted at reassessing his status in his first Grand Slam since January 2020 as he continues to ease himself back from multiple knee surgeries.
"After discussions with my team, I’ve decided I will need to pull out of the French Open today," Federer said. "After two knee surgeries and over a year of rehabilitation it’s important that I listen to my body and make sure I don’t push myself too quickly on my road to recovery.
"I am thrilled to have gotten 3 matches under my belt. There is no greater feeling than being back on court."
Link to tweet
https://www.si.com/tennis/2021/06/06/roger-federer-withdraws-french-open-fitness-concerns
Does this mean the world is going to yell at Roger Federer for a week? Are "fitness concerns" more legitimate than "mental health concerns"?
= new reply since forum marked as read