Djokovic injured and withdrawn, an earthquake at Roland-Garros!
Novak Djokovic wasn't faking it on Monday: he had indeed suffered a knee injury. After admitting he wasn't sure he'd be able to play in his quarter-final, it's now official: he's out of the French Open.
The world number 1 underwent an MRI on Tuesday, and the verdict was clear: a medial meniscus lesion in his right knee. As combative as he is, 'Nole' won't be able to compete on Tuesday, as his body has finally given up on him.
As a result, Casper Ruud has qualified for the semi-finals without playing, and Jannik Sinner will be world number 1 on Monday.
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