Djokovic urges players to join antitrust lawsuit against governing bodies

Novak Djokovic has distanced himself from a class-action lawsuit filed by the Professional Tennis Players' Association (PTPA), which he co-founded, against tennis governing bodies including the ATP and WTA for alleged anti-competitive practices. While he supports the movement for better player representation and acknowledges some issues in the lawsuit, he chose not to sign it to encourage other players to take a stand. Djokovic emphasized his desire to avoid division within the sport and highlighted the need for improved athlete influence and profit-sharing. The lawsuit claims that the governing bodies operate like a 'cartel', controlling player pay and working conditions. Additionally, some players, like Carlos Alcaraz, have expressed reservations about the lawsuit, indicating a lack of awareness about its details and concerns over the language used. Djokovic reiterated the importance of collective effort among players to address these issues effectively.