Novak Djokovic gives injury update as he continues to battle shoulder complaint

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Novak Djokovic admits that the injury that flared up at the US Open was of a ‘serious nature,’ but says he hopes to be back in time for the Tokyo Open later this month.

The world number one was forced to retire in his last-16 match against Stan Wawrinka in New York, later admitting that the shoulder injury behind the retirement had been bothering him for weeks.

He has remained relatively tight-lipped about his condition since, with some reputable media outlets claiming he would undergo season-ending surgery.

That, at least, doesn’t seem to be the case, although Djokovic is clearly keen avoid a solid commitment on his schedule right now.

“Unfortunately, the injury was of a more serious nature,” Djokovic told RTS Serbia.

“It prevented me from continuing the tournament in New York. I’m very sorry.

“It’s one of the four biggest tournaments, especially important in the second part of the season.”

“I would like to tell you when I will be back, but I really do not know exactly.

“I monitor the results of rehabilitation every day. I monitor how the shoulder responds to recovery.

“I hope to be on the court in a week or two. For now, in an ideal scenario, the plan is to play Tokyo.”

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