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Hubert Hurkacz Pulls Out of Wimbledon Citing Knee Surgery Complications

He said synovial membrane irritation from recent knee surgery requires rest for proper recovery

Tennis - Italian Open - Foro Italico, Rome, Italy - May 15, 2025 Poland's Hubert Hurkacz in action during his quarter final match against Tommy Paul of the U.S. REUTERS/Aleksandra Szmigiel

Overview

  • Hurkacz announced his withdrawal on June 27, just days before Wimbledon begins on Monday
  • He cited irritation of the synovial membrane in his right knee as part of an ongoing recovery from last year’s meniscus surgery
  • The world No. 10 has not competed since pulling out of the Libema Open earlier this month due to a lower back injury
  • He holds a 15-11 record this season while capturing eight ATP Tour singles titles
  • The 28-year-old reached the Wimbledon semifinals in 2021 and continues his pursuit of a maiden Grand Slam victory