Johanna Konta's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Johanna Konta'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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| Back Injuries | lower back | 2018-05-14 | Had to withdraw from the Rome Masters and missed several weeks of competition. | Johanna Konta suffered a lower back injury during a practice session for the Rome Masters, leading to her withdrawal from the tournament and a break from competition to recover. | While practicing for the Rome Masters, Konta experienced a sharp pain in her lower back during a serve. | 4 weeks | Rest, physical therapy focusing on core strengthening and flexibility, and gradual return to training. | Moderate, as it affected her participation in key tournaments during the clay court season. | Increased anxiety about recurring back issues and potential impact on performance. | Recurring lower back pain but no major previous injuries. | 2018-06-15 | Moderate | Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and core strengthening exercises. | Team physiotherapist, sports doctor, and physical therapist. | Ongoing need for back strengthening and maintenance exercises. | Regular core strengthening, flexibility exercises, and proper warm-up routines. | Rome Masters and the French Open preparation tournaments. | Sharp pain and stiffness in the lower back. | Moderate, requiring careful management and ongoing | Family, coaches, medical team, and physical therapist. | Training facility, physiotherapy clinic, and home exercises. |
| Foot Injuries | right foot | 2017-08-22 | Had to withdraw from the tournament and missed some training sessions. | Johanna Konta sustained a right foot injury at the Cincinnati Open, which forced her to withdraw from the tournament. This injury impacted her preparation for the upcoming US Open. | During a match at the 2017 Cincinnati Open, Konta twisted her right foot awkwardly while chasing a ball. | 2 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) along with physiotherapy. | Minor short-term impact, as she was able to return to competition relatively quickly. | Temporary frustration and concern about missing a major tournament. | None on the right foot prior to this incident. | 2017-09-05 | Moderate | RICE, physiotherapy, and anti-inflammatory medications. | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor. | No significant long-term impact. | Strengthening exercises for the foot and ankle, proper warm-up routines. | US Open preparation tournaments. | Sharp pain and swelling in the right foot. | Low, with proper care and rehabilitation. | Family, coaches, and medical team. | Training facility and physiotherapy clinic. |
| Knee Injuries | left knee | 2021-03-09 | Forced to retire from the match and subsequently took a break from the tour to recover. | Johanna Konta experienced a left knee injury during a match at the Miami Open, leading to her retirement from the match and a break from the tour to focus on recovery. | In a match at the Miami Open, Konta felt a sudden pain in her left knee while moving laterally. | 6 weeks | Rest, physiotherapy focusing on knee stability and strength, and gradual return to on-court activities. | Significant short-term impact, missing several tournaments and affecting her ranking. | Increased stress and concern about the longevity of her career. | Previous minor issues with the left knee but no major injuries. | 2021-04-20 | Severe | Rest, physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and knee strengthening exercises. | Team physiotherapist, sports doctor, and orthopedic specialist. | Potential ongoing management of knee health and stability. | Regular knee strengthening and stability exercises, proper warm-up and cool-down routines. | Miami Open and several subsequent tournaments. | Sudden pain and instability in the left knee. | High, requiring diligent management and preventive | Family, coaches, medical team, and orthopedic specialist. | Training facility, physiotherapy clinic, and home exercises. |
Johanna Konta's Sports Injuries Videos
Former British No. 1 Johanna Konta retires from tennis after battling a knee injury
Former British No. 1 Johanna Konta has announced her retirement from tennis at the age of 30. Konta, who reached a career-high ranking of No. 4 in 2017 and reached three Grand Slam semi-finals, has struggled with persistent knee problems. She was ranked No. 113 at the time of her retirement. Konta expressed her gratitude on Instagram, reflecting on her career and the people who supported her.
Born in Sydney, Konta moved to the UK at age 14 and became a British citizen in 2012. She broke into the top ranks in 2015, becoming British No. 1 and holding the position for almost six years. Konta reached her first Grand Slam semi-final at the Australian Open in early 2016 and later reached the semi-finals at Wimbledon and the French Open. She won four WTA titles, with the latest in Nottingham earlier this year, becoming the first British woman to win a tour event on home soil since 1981.
LTA Chief Executive Scott Lloyd and Billie Jean King Cup captain Anne Keothavong paid tribute to Konta, highlighting her impressive career achievements and her professionalism. They expressed their best wishes for her future and hope she continues to contribute to British tennis.
Serena Williams suffers the worst defeat of her career at the hands of Johanna Konta
Serena Williams suffered the heaviest defeat of her career after winning only one game in her first-round loss to Johanna Konta at...
