American tennis star Sebastian Korda has undergone successful elbow surgery to address lingering issues that have hampered his recent performances. The 23-year-old announced the procedure on social media, expressing optimism about his recovery and return to the court.
Korda’s decision to undergo surgery came after consulting with his medical team. He had been experiencing discomfort in his right arm, which became evident during his second-round US Open loss to Tomas Machac. The American received a medical timeout during the match, indicating the severity of the pain.
Despite the setback, Korda has enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2024. He cracked the ATP Top 20 for the first time, reaching a career-high ranking of No. 15 in September. Korda captured his maiden ATP 500 title in Washington, D.C., following in the footsteps of his father, Petr Korda, who won the same tournament 32 years prior.
The father-son duo became the first to win the same ATP tour title and both reach the world’s Top 20. Korda also reached the semifinals of the Canadian Masters 1000, defeating Alexander Zverev before falling to Alexei Popyrin. He partnered with Jordan Thompson to claim his first ATP doubles title at the Madrid Masters 1000.
Korda’s surgery is expected to keep him sidelined for an extended period. However, he remains positive about his recovery and is eager to return to competition. The American has received an outpouring of support from fellow players and fans, who have expressed their well wishes and anticipation for his comeback.
