Novak Djokovic, post-op, is attentive viewer for Alcaraz vs. Zverev in Roland Garros final

Thousands of fans inside Court Philippe-Chatrier weren't the only people intently tuned in to Sunday's men's singles final between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev.

Watching on television, days after surgery on the injured knee that made headlines during the second week of the tournament, was Novak Djokovic.

The outgoing world No. 1, who will surrender the top ranking to Jannik Sinner on Monday after he failed to defend the title he won in 2023, posted to social media that he was watching the match "with great company."

In the accompanying photo, the back of Djokovic's head could be seen, alongside two children, including his son Stefan.

Djokovic's fortnight in Paris was cut short as a result of a medial meniscus tear in his right knee. But he hasn't been quiet on social media since his withdrawal from Roland Garros prior to his scheduled quarterfinal against Casper Ruud.

On Wednesday, after his withdrawal was announced by the tournament, he posted a statement that confirming the injury. A day later, he confirmed subsequent media reports of his surgery, said it went well, and vowed to return to action.

"I’m going to do my best to be healthy and fit to return to the court as soon as possible," he wrote. "My love for this sport is strong and the desire to compete at the highest level is what keeps me going."