Del Potro shares emotional replace on US Open plans as profession hopes shattered

Aug 16, 2023 at 9:31 PM
Del Potro shares emotional replace on US Open plans as profession hopes shattered

Juan Martin del Potro shared an emotional message to his followers after planning to return to the tennis court at the US Open. A former champion in New York, the Argentine has been sidelined since final February however is but to formally retire. His hopes of reviving his profession now look to be in tatters after admitting that his damage would not enable him to return.

Del Potro has been sidelined for 18 months after an unsuccessful try and return from his ongoing knee damage. The 34-year-old arrived on the 2022 Argentina Open for what followers thought was a comeback however he admitted it will possible be the location of his retirement.

There was hope that the previous world No 3 can be seen on a match courtroom at the least yet another time when he unveiled his plans to compete on the upcoming US Open and began coaching earlier this yr. But Del Potro has now offered a heartbreaking replace as he dominated out competing in Flushing Meadows this yr and appeared to finish all hopes of any kind of return.

“As you know, my desire to return to a court as special as the US Open made me very excited. I tried by all means to reach term, but my body does not accompany me 100 per cent to be able to feel comfortable and happy to share, once again with you, a unique moment,” he mentioned in a brand new assertion on Wednesday.

With his possibilities of returning to competitors now misplaced, the 22-time title winner mentioned he would as an alternative deal with enhancing the ache in his day-to-day life. Del Potro added: “They also know that the pain I feel does not allow me to still focus on a return.

“I’ll proceed to search for the perfect options to get well my high quality of life. I thanks for the corporate, the understanding and the messages of encouragement you allow me. I ship you a really large hug. I hope to see you quickly.”

MORE TO FOLLOW

We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/football. Stay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.

Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time.

We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.