Novak Djokovic has declared himself 'pain free' after overcoming Daniil Medvedev in an exhibition match ahead of Wimbledon.
Novak Djokovic has declared himself 'pain free' after overcoming Daniil Medvedev in an exhibition match ahead of Wimbledon. The former world No 1 was expected to miss the tournament he has won seven times after having knee surgery less than three weeks ago but now appears almost certain to play against Vít Kopriva in the first round on Monday.
It's been an intense three weeks after surgery, spending a lot of hours rehabbing. 'I kind of always wanted to give myself a chance to be in London. I think my surgeon is here. He's the MVP for sure the last three weeks. I'm trying to take it day by day and see how far it goes.' Djokovic has been leaning on fellow athletes who have suffered similar injuries, including American Taylor Fritz, who faced the same situation three years ago and recovered in time for Wimbledon.
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