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Novak Djokovic Leaves Player Association He Co-Founded Over Governance Concerns

The move follows the PTPA’s pivot to a sweeping antitrust case against the sport’s governing bodies.

Overview

  • Djokovic said he is stepping away from the PTPA due to concerns over transparency, governance, and how his voice and image have been represented.
  • The PTPA’s class-action filed in March targets the ATP, WTA, ITF and the integrity agency, with the four Grand Slams later added, and Djokovic was not a plaintiff after saying he disagreed with parts.
  • Executive director Ahmad Nassar has overseen the association’s day-to-day operations since 2022 as it pursues its legal strategy.
  • Court filings in November indicated settlement talks with Tennis Australia were progressing toward a likely agreement ahead of the Australian Open starting January 18.
  • Ubitennis reported Canadian records showing the PTPA’s non-profit registration was dissolved for non-compliance in 2025, a detail not confirmed by all outlets.