Roger Federer has withdrawn from the Tokyo Olympic Games due to a setback with his knee.
The 39-year-old, who has already had two knee operations during 2020, lost to Poland's Hubert Hurkacz in the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.
In a statement on Tuesday, July 13, he said his body is not in the right place for another Olympic medal bid.
"Due to the grass-court season, I unfortunately experienced a setback with my knee and have accepted that I must withdraw from the Tokyo Olympic Games," Federer said on social media.
"I am greatly disappointed, as it has been an honour and highlight of my career each time I have represented Switzerland.
"I have already begun rehabilitation in the hopes of returning to the tour later this summer. I wish the entire Swiss team the best of luck and I will be rooting hard from afar. As always, Hopp Schwiz!"
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