Injured Novak Djokovic likely to miss US Open

TIL Desk Sports/ World number four Novak Djokovic is doubtful for the US Open–the upcoming fourth and final major of the season–due to an elbow injury. According to a newspaper, Serbia’s doctor Zdenko Milinkovic said Djokovic would require a rest for six to 12 weeks, which will most likely rule him out of the rest of the ATP Tour season.

“Symptoms have calmed down. He was with a specialist in Toronto for additional tests. He also consulted our experts. Now it’s important to look at the different types of procedures that can affect recovery,” a newspaper quoted Milinkovic as saying.

The former world number one, who has been struggling with form this season, suffered a fresh blow earlier this month when an elbow injury curtailed his chance to lift the Wimbledon title for the fourth time. Djokovic came into the match with a 25-2 head-to-head record against Tomas Berdych, but retired while trailing 7-6(2), 2-0.