starbet777 Novak Djokovic pulls out of Paris Masters
FILE–Novak Djokovic of Serbia during Shanghai Masters tennis tournament on, Oct. 13, 2024. He is skipping the Paris Masters where he is the defending champion. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
PARIS — Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters, organizers said Wednesday.
The 37-year-old Djokovic played at the Six Kings Slam exhibition last week. Organizers did not give a reason for Djokovic’s withdrawal.
Article continues after this advertisementThe former top-ranked player said in an Instagram post he is “sorry to everyone who was hoping to see me play there.”
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“I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year,” he added.
Article continues after this advertisementDjokovic has won a record seven titles at the Paris indoor tournament. His decision not to play could jeopardize his chances to qualify for the year-end ATP Finals featuring the top eight players in the race.
Article continues after this advertisementThe 24-time Grand Slam champion currently holds the sixth spot in the race. Four players — Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev and Daniil Medvedev — have already secured their spot at the season’s final event from Nov. 10-17.
The Paris Masters starts next week.
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