Relief has swept through the tennis world as news emerges regarding Novak Djokovic’s hamstring injury. Following recent scans, it has been confirmed that the muscle tear is significantly less severe than the one he suffered in 2023, a welcome development for both the player and his fans.
The injury, sustained during the Australian Open, had raised concerns about Djokovic’s upcoming schedule and his ability to compete at his peak. Memories of his struggles with a similar injury last year, which hampered his performance a, were undoubtedly fresh in the minds of many.
However, the latest medical assessments have brought positive news. The scans have revealed that the current tear is not as extensive as the previous one, meaning a quicker recovery is anticipated. This is a crucial difference, as it avoids a potentially lengthy layoff and allows Djokovic to resume his training regime sooner than initially feared.
While caution remains paramount, the reports suggest that Djokovic will be able to return to light training within the next few days. This is a significant step forward and raises the possibility of his participation in the upcoming tournament in Doha. Whether he ultimately decides to compete in Doha will likely depend on how his body responds to the initial stages of training and the advice of his medical team.
Novak Djokovic in 2025
Currently the world no.6, Novak played his last match on the 24th of January when he had to retire when playing against world no.2 Alexander Zverev in the semifinal and the scoreline was 7-6(5) .
Currently, during this season Novak has managed to achieve a composed 7-2 record. Novak Djokovic’s latest run at the Australian Open was the best achievement of his season.
He is also scheduled to play in Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) on the 17th of February and () on the 29th of December.
