After the clear 1: 6, 3:6 defeat against compatriot Federico Delbonis, the 33-year-old turned to the audience around the sold-out Centre Court with tears in his eyes. “This is a moment I never wanted,” said the visibly moved Argentine. “My health has gotten me to this point.” He wanted to create another miracle and gave everything for it.
After a fracture of the kneecap in 2019, Del Potro had to undergo several operations, his wrist is also severely damaged. Memories of glorious times remain. The “Tower of Tandil” celebrated 22 tournament victories, in the final of the 2009 US Open, the former world number three beat Roger Federer. in 2016, Del Potro won the Davis Cup with Argentina.
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