Novak Djokovic Withdraws from ATP Finals

Novak Djokovic has officially withdrawn from the 2024 ATP Tour Finals in Turin due to ongoing injury concerns, following his recent absence from the Paris Masters. This decision marks the end of a challenging season for the defending champion, who will lose 1,300 ranking points and finish the year without an ATP title for the first time since 2005. Djokovic, who achieved a milestone by winning Olympic gold but did not secure any Grand Slam titles this year, expressed disappointment on social media and hopes to recover for the next season. His withdrawal has guaranteed spots for Casper Ruud, Alex de Minaur, and Andrey Rublev, who will compete alongside top seeds Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev in the tournament. The ATP Finals will showcase eight of the best players, with a total prize pool of $15.25 million. Djokovic's absence is a significant development in the tennis landscape as he finishes the season ranked fifth in the world.