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Djokovic Set for Athens Start With ATP Finals Decision Still Pending

The Athens outing serves as a live fitness check before a final call on Turin.

Overview

  • The 24-time major champion headlines the Hellenic Championships in Athens, the ATP 250’s return to the city after more than 30 years.
  • He is slated to face Alejandro Tabilo in the second round on Tuesday, with Tabilo having won their two prior clay meetings without dropping a set.
  • Djokovic has ramped up training after physical issues reported in Shanghai and Riyadh, using this week to assess his readiness.
  • He plans to decide on competing at next week’s ATP Finals after Athens, as Italian Tennis President Angelo Binaghi says he has confirmation Djokovic will play, a claim not independently confirmed by the player.
  • The ATP Finals in Turin will feature record prize money of $15.5 million, including $5,071,000 for an undefeated champion.