Federer Announces Right Knee Procedure, To Return In 2021
Federer Announces Right Knee Procedure, To Return In 2021
Roger Federer announced Wednesday that he recently underwent a “quick arthroscopic procedure” on his right knee, and he will not play until 2021.
“A few weeks ago, having experienced a setback during my initial rehabilitation, I had to have an additional quick arthroscopic procedure on my right knee,” Federer tweeted. “Now, much like I did leading up to the 2017 season, I plan to take the necessary time to be 100 per cent ready to play at my highest level. I will be missing my fans and the tour dearly. But, I will look forward to seeing everyone back on tour at the start of the 2021 season.”
— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) June 10, 2020
Federer underwent surgery on the same knee in February. The Swiss’ initial plan following that surgery was to return during the grass-court season.
The 38-year-old’s lone tournament of 2020 came at the Australian Open, where he reached the semi-finals. Eventual champion Novak Djokovic defeated him in straight sets.