Official: Novak Djokovic Has Released A Disappointing Statement Regarding The Abu Dhabi Tournament
It’s official: Djokovic has confirmed he will not play in the Mubadala WTC exhibition event in Abu Dhabi this weekend.
Following a six month absence from the game due to injury, it was expected he would return to the game today for a semi-final against Roberto Bautista Agut at the International Tennis Stadium at Zayed Sports City.
However, he released this statement to fans four hours before he was due on court
I am terribly disappointed that I am forced to withdraw from the Mubadala World Tennis Classic. Thank you all for your support ???? https://t.co/2ZhtrADXzl
— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) December 29, 2017
“I am terribly disappointed that I am forced to withdraw from the Mubadala World Tennis Championship. Unfortunately, in the past few days I started to feel pain in the elbow and after several tests, my medical team has advised me not to risk anything, to withdraw from the tournament and to immediately continue with the therapies.”
“I am very sad because I was eager to return to playing official matches. I enjoyed the practices and everything I did to get ready for the start of the season, including the tournament in Abu Dhabi, where I always enjoy playing. Now I need to accept this situation, and to wait for the results of the therapies, in order to start playing tennis again and getting back to full rhythm. This might affect the start of the season and the tournament plan, but the decision will be made in the following days.”
His fans are supportive
Take your time champ. Come back whenever you are ready. We are always with you.
— Novak India Fans (@NovakIndiaFans) December 29, 2017
Particularly the ones hoping to watch his return live
Absolutely gutted, not just that I won’t get to see you play just yet, but because you’re still feeling pain in the elbow. I really do wish you a speedy recovery, and hope to see you fully fit and healthy in the not too distant future. Best wishes
— Jon Phillips (@JonPhil59221390) December 29, 2017
Basically everyone RN
— Nole???? (@NivesCapo) December 29, 2017
But rest and staying healthy wins out
Please rest up Nole and stay healthy
— sarah???????????????????? (@novakdjokervic) December 29, 2017
