Hubert Hurkacz, the world No. 7, recently underwent knee surgery but remains optimistic about competing in the upcoming Paris Olympics. Hurkacz sustained the knee injury during a match against Arthur Fils, where he retired after diving for a ball during a tie-break.
Despite initial concerns, Hurkacz provided a positive update on social media. “I had a knee procedure this Monday, but I’m feeling better already, and my team and I are dedicating extensive time each day to the rehab process,” Hurkacz wrote. “It’s a dream for every athlete to represent their country at the Olympics, and I want to make sure I am fully fit and ready before making the final decision to step on court. The aim is not only to participate but to win a medal for my country.”
Poland has high hopes for its tennis team this year, with Hurkacz and WTA World No. 1 Iga Swiatek leading the charge. Hurkacz is set to compete in singles, men’s doubles with Jan Zielinski, and mixed doubles with Swiatek.
The tennis tournament at the Paris Olympics begins on July 27, and Hurkacz’s progress will be closely watched as he aims to bring home Poland’s first Olympic tennis medal.
Hubert Hurkacz in 2024
Currently ranked no.7 (career-high), the Pole played his last match on the 4th of July when he had to retire when playing against world no.28 Arthur Fils in the 2nd round and the scoreline was 7-6(2) 6-4 2-6 6-6 .
During this season Hurkacz has a 34-14 win-loss record. This year, Hurkacz conquered 1 title in Estoril. Hubert was the runner-up in Australia and Halle.
Hubert Hurkacz will come up against the world no.18 Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Round Robin. Their record is 3-1 for Auger-Aliassime.
Hurkacz has won 1 title in 2024 in Estoril. Hubert reached the final in Australia (United Cup) and in Halle (Terra Wortmann Open).
Hurkacz won 8 titles in his career: 4 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Hubert Hurkacz |
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