Donna Vekic's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Donna Vekic's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2016-06-14 | Missed several tournaments | Donna Vekic suffered a right knee injury during her match at the Nottingham Open in 2016. This injury caused her to withdraw from subsequent matches and miss several tournaments that year. | During a match at the Nottingham Open | 2 months | Underwent physical therapy and strengthening exercises | Had to take a break which affected her ranking | Experienced frustration and anxiety about her return | None reported in the same area | 2016-08-15 | Moderate | Physical therapy and rest | Physiotherapist and sports doctor | No long-term issues reported | Incorporated knee strengthening exercises into her routine | Missed Wimbledon 2016 | Sharp pain and swelling | Moderate, if not properly rehabilitated | Coaches and medical team | Croatia and UK |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2018-03-24 | Had to withdraw from the Miami Open | In March 2018, Donna Vekic sprained her left ankle during a practice session. This injury forced her to withdraw from the Miami Open, which impacted her preparation for the clay season. | Twisted her ankle during a practice session | 1 month | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) therapy followed by physical therapy | Minor disruption to her season | Mild anxiety about future injuries | None reported in the same area | 2018-04-25 | Mild | RICE therapy and physical therapy | Physiotherapist | None reported | Wearing ankle braces during practice | Miami Open 2018 | Swelling and limited mobility | Low, with proper care | Coaches and medical team | Miami, USA |
| Wrist Injuries | Right Wrist | 2020-01-09 | Missed the start of the 2020 season | Donna Vekic developed a right wrist injury due to overuse during her off-season training in early 2020. This injury required her to miss the start of the 2020 season, including the Australian Open. | Overuse during the off-season training | 3 months | Rest, followed by gradual return to training with wrist-specific exercises | Significant, as she missed important tournaments | Disappointment and concern over lost ranking points | None reported in the same area | 2020-04-10 | Severe | Rest and physical therapy | Orthopedic specialist and physiotherapist | Ongoing need for wrist care | Adjustments in training to prevent overuse | Australian Open 2020 | Pain and inflammation | High, without proper management | Family, coaches, and medical team | Croatia |
Donna Vekic's Sports Injuries Videos
Longest Ever Ladies' Singles Semi-Final! | Jasmine Paolini vs. Donna Vekic Highlights | Wimbledon 2024
It was a three-set epic on Centre Court as Jasmine Paolini and Donna Vekic played out the longest ever Ladies' Singles...
Making Her First Major Semi-Final! | Donna Vekic | QF Post-Match Press Conference | Wimbledon 2024
Donna Vekic speaks at her post-match press conference after making history by reaching her first Grand Slam semi-final. She expresses her happiness and gratitude for having her family and friends supporting her. Donna discusses the tough match, her struggles, and how she managed to overcome them. She talks about the special atmosphere created by her family’s presence and the challenges she faced during the match, including dealing with the humidity and her opponent's high level of play. Donna reflects on her journey, including past injuries and moments of doubt, and expresses pride in her achievements and the support from her team. She also addresses the new coaching rule and how it has impacted her. Donna ends by discussing her potential semi-final opponents and her approach to the upcoming match.
