Dimitrov: "I've had to change things in my game and routine because of the injury"

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More than a muscle was torn that summer afternoon in London last year when Grigor Dimitrov was close to pulling off a great feat by almost defeating Sinner at Wimbledon. The image of the Bulgarian tennis player lying on the grass and having to withdraw is unforgettable. Months later, he is trying to get back into a situation to compete for important goals. The ATP 500 Acapulco 2026 is a good option.

Since that fateful moment, Grigor Dimitrov has played five matches, with a record of two wins and three losses. He has not yet tasted victory this season, but in Dallas, against Machac, he showed clear signs of improvement in his tennis. Recovering from an injury is never easy, especially at the age of 34 and having suffered such an extreme and uncommon injury like a pectoral muscle fracture. However, the passion for tennis remains intact in the Bulgarian player, who will debut at the ATP 500 Acapulco 2026 against the Frenchman Terence Atmane.

Dimitrov has played only 5 matches since his return in November

"I arrived early at the tournament in order to have enough time to train and acclimate well to the conditions here. For months, I haven't been able to spend as much time on the court as I would like, neither in practice nor in competition. I have great memories of this tournament, and I am sure that will inspire me to put myself in a position to feel competitive again. That's what I work for every day, trying not to think too far ahead because I am still learning and enjoying tennis," the Bulgarian tennis player explained.

When asked about the challenging process of recovery and the initial months of competition where it is evident that the competitive rhythm and on-court automatisms have changed, Grigor Dimitrov was categorical. "I had never been off the courts for so long, so it has been a great mental challenge. I have had to change behavior patterns in my daily life, in my routines, and also in my game, to feel comfortable and confident," stated a man who, if he wins in the first round of the ATP 500 Acapulco 2026, would face the young Spanish player Rafael Jódar.

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