Overview
- The ATP confirmed Djokovic will not compete at the Rolex Paris Masters, where he is a seven-time champion.
- Despite the withdrawal, he has secured qualification for the Nitto ATP Finals for the 18th time, tying Roger Federer’s record.
- Djokovic retired from his Six Kings Slam third-place match against Taylor Fritz in Riyadh after a grueling first set, citing a pulled muscle and apologizing to fans.
- He has dealt with recurring problems this season, including leg, back and hip issues and illness in Shanghai, yet still reached all four Grand Slam semifinals and won his 100th tour title in Geneva.
- He has said Athens is the only event he plans to play next and his participation in Turin is undecided, while he insists he has no plans to retire.