Djokovic Pulls Out of Turin Event Due to Injury

Novak Djokovic has officially withdrawn from this year’s ATP Finals in Turin, citing an “ongoing injury” as the reason he won’t be competing. The Serbian star, 37, will miss out on defending his title at the prestigious season finale, which he has won seven times, including last year’s victory over Jannik Sinner in the final.

2024 ATP Finals Line-Up Set in Djokovic’s Absence

With Djokovic’s absence, the field for the 2024 ATP Finals is now confirmed. The event will feature:

• Jannik Sinner
• Alexander Zverev
• Carlos Alcaraz
• Daniil Medvedev
• Taylor Fritz
• Casper Ruud
• Alex de Minaur

Grigor Dimitrov and Stefanos Tsitsipas have been named as alternates.

Djokovic’s Statement on Social Media

Djokovic expressed his disappointment via social media:

“It’s quite an honour to qualify for the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin. I was really looking forward to being there, but due to ongoing injury, I won’t be playing next week,” he wrote, alongside a praying hands emoji.

A Different Approach in 2024: Fewer Tournaments, Major Focus

Questions about Djokovic’s ATP Finals participation had been growing, especially after he withdrew from the Paris Masters and was seen vacationing in the Maldives. This year, Djokovic has notably scaled back his tournament participation, prioritizing his health and focusing on major events.

In September, Djokovic openly shared his shift in focus:

“Torino is not my goal at all, to be honest. I am not chasing ATP Finals, I am not chasing the rankings. My main priorities are playing for the national team and slams; everything else is less important.”

Looking Ahead: Australian Open Preparations Begin

Djokovic’s announcement marks the end of his 2024 season, the first since 2017 where he did not claim a Grand Slam title. Despite that, he achieved a major milestone this year by winning his first Olympic gold.

Djokovic’s next competitive appearance is expected at the Australian Open, a tournament he has won ten times. The Serbian legend will aim to surpass his semi-final finish from earlier this year, focusing on achieving further success in the Grand Slam tournaments.