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Djokovic Retires Hurt in Riyadh Exhibition, Puts Paris and ATP Finals in Doubt

He apologizes to fans, prioritizing rest with only Athens on his schedule.

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Novak Djokovic hits a return against Taylor Fritz during the third-placed match at the Six Kings Slam.
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Novak Djokovic

Overview

  • Novak Djokovic stopped after a one-hour, 16-minute first set and retired from the Six Kings Slam third-place match against Taylor Fritz in Riyadh.
  • Djokovic told spectators he was “not great” and said he will rest and address physical issues before deciding on any further events this season.
  • He previously indicated Athens (Nov. 2–8) is the only tournament he currently expects to play, leaving Paris and the Turin ATP Finals uncertain.
  • The Independent, as cited in reporting, said he appeared to pull a muscle in his left leg late in the opening set and struggled with the slow surface.
  • His status could affect the year-end Finals lineup, with a potential withdrawal opening a spot for players such as Lorenzo Musetti, Alex de Minaur or Holger Rune depending on upcoming results.