Del Potro returning after wrist surgery, long layoff


Save Story

Estimated read time: Less than a minute

This archived news story is available only for your personal, non-commercial use. Information in the story may be outdated or superseded by additional information. Reading or replaying the story in its archived form does not constitute a republication of the story.

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Juan Martin del Potro says he will make a comeback from his latest injury this month at the Delray Beach Open.

The former U.S. Open champion played only two tournaments last year before having surgery on his left wrist in June.

The ATP confirmed Del Potro's return on Wednesday, and the Argentine backed it up while speaking on a YouTube video.

Speaking on the video, Del Potro says he is returning after "such a long period of incertitude," and "so many ups and downs." He adds, "I hope my return is successful.'

In addition to the 2009 U.S. Open, he has won 18 tour titles.

Copyright © The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Most recent National Sports stories

Related topics

The Associated Press
    KSL.com Beyond Series

    KSL Weather Forecast

    KSL Weather Forecast
    Play button