Djokovic Withdraws, Doubts Loom Over ATP Finals

Novak Djokovic has announced his withdrawal from the Paris Masters, where he was the defending champion, raising doubts about his participation in the ATP Finals. Despite a challenging season, marked by his first Olympic gold, Djokovic faces a risk of dropping in rankings due to missing key tournaments. This decision follows his trend of selectively participating in events to manage the physical and mental demands of the sport. Djokovic's withdrawal has sparked speculation about his future in tennis, especially after his rivals Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer announced retirements. The Professional Tennis Players Association, co-founded by Djokovic, continues striving for better player representation despite limited influence. The absence from Paris and possibly Turin could impact Djokovic's ranking and matchups in future tournaments, notably the Australian Open 2025.