Novak Djokovic withdraws from Paris ATP Masters 1000 event

Overview

• For the second time in a row, Novak Djokovic will not be a part of the Paris ATP Masters 1000 event
• The 38-year-old confirmed it with a statement on social media amidst the La Defense Arena hosting the tournament for the first time
• The Serbian had earlier claimed that the ATP Masters 1000 in Athens is the only event he would surely be a part of, after the US Open 2025

For the second time in a row, Novak Djokovic will not be a part of the Paris ATP Masters 1000 event. The 38-year-old confirmed it with a statement on social media amidst the La Defense Arena hosting the tournament for the first time. The Serbian had earlier claimed that the ATP Masters 1000 in Athens is the only event he would surely be a part of, after the US Open 2025.

In his statement on social media, Novak confirmed that he will not be able to be a part of the Paris ATP Masters 1000 tournament. He was glad to have conquered the title seven times over the years and hoped to add another title to his kitty the next time he plays there.

"Dear Paris, unfortunately I'll not compete at this year's @RolexPMasters. 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," Djokovic wrote in his statement.

Novak Djokovic's confirmed appearance in the remainder of 2025

Earlier this year, Djokovic had claimed that the only confirmed event he's be a part of, would be in Athens. "After Shanghai, the only tournament I know I'm going to play is the one in Athens. And then let's see if I play Turin or not, I'm not sure yet," Djokovic claimed in an interview.

The last tournament the veteran was a part of, was the Six Kings Slam Tournament in Saudi Arabia. In the semifinal, the Serbian lost to Jannik Sinner in the straight sets and made his exit from the tournament.