World number six and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has announced his withdrawal from the Cincinnati Open, according to the tournament organizers. The 38-year-old Serbian was set to make his hard-court debut for the season following his semifinal exit at Wimbledon in July, but cited “non-medical reasons” for his decision to pull out.
This withdrawal comes on the heels of Djokovic’s earlier choice to miss the Canadian Masters in Toronto due to a groin injury, marking two consecutive absences from ATP Masters 1000 events. Despite this setback, Djokovic holds a strong 45-12 tournament record at the ATP Masters 1000, having achieved significant victories, including a thrilling win over Carlos Alcaraz in the 2023 final where he saved a championship point.
In the current season, Djokovic has a record of 26-9. He celebrated a noteworthy milestone by capturing his 100th tour-level title in Geneva this past May. However, he has participated in only two tournaments since that victory, reaching the semifinals at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon but facing defeats against Jannik Sinner in each instance.
Looking ahead, Djokovic is scheduled to compete at the US Open, with the main-draw matches beginning on August 24. He is aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, which would make history for both men’s and women’s singles, matching the current record held by Margaret Court.
On another note, Jannik Sinner has arrived at the Cincinnati Open to defend his title in this prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event. The 23-year-old Italian is pursuing his first Masters 1000 trophy of 2025. He will compete against other top players, including Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz, and Carlos Alcaraz, who was defeated by Sinner in the Wimbledon final.
The Cincinnati Open kicks off on Thursday and has been significantly revamped for 2025, now featuring a two-week, 96-player format, coinciding with a $260 million investment in campus improvements. This expansion aims to enrich the experiences of both players and fans, introducing new courts to the venue. The finals are set to take place on August 18.
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Publish Date: 2025-08-05 11:17:00
