Novak Djokovic has made a big decision with his 2025 schedule by deciding to withdraw from the Paris Masters.
Roger Federer’s old coach Paul Annacone wanted Djokovic to play in either Paris or Turin, which hosts the ATP Finals next month.
Djokovic has now decided that he won’t make the ATP Masters 1000 tournament in France, which gets underway later this month.
The decision comes after his appearance at the Six Kings Slam, where Djokovic retired early in his third place playoff with Taylor Fritz after losing his opener with Jannik Sinner.
Novak Djokovic issues statement after withdrawing from the Paris Masters
Djokovic has already qualified for the ATP Finals, currently sitting third in the Race to Turin behind Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
But up next in terms of major events is the ATP Masters 1000 Paris, which the Serbian has confirmed on social media he won’t play.
The 24-time Grand Slam champion wrote on X: “Dear Paris, unfortunately I’ll not compete at this year’s Paris Masters.
“I have amazing memories and great success over the years, especially being able to conquer the title seven times. Hope to see you next year. Merci.”
The last Masters 1000 tournament of the ATP season starts on October 27 and finishes on November 2, taking place at the Paris La Defense Arena.
What is Novak Djokovic’s record at the Paris Masters?
As legendary figure Djokovic mentioned in his social media post, he is a seven-time champion at the Paris Masters.
It is more than any other player, while his nine finals in total is also a record for the event in the French capital.
The Serbian is also a seven-time champion at the ATP Finals, which again is a record, but whether or not he wants to extend that remains to be seen.
He withdrew from the tournament last year despite qualifying, with a similar decision very much a possibility this year.
Djokovic is, however, expected to play at the Hellenic Championship in Athens the week before, with his family owning the event.
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