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Novak Djokovic to skip Italian Open tournament

Tennis star Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, has opted out of competing in the Italian Open in Rome, scheduled from May 7-18, according to tournament officials' social media announcement on Tuesday. In their post, tournament organizers confirm that Djokovic has decided not to...

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Novak Djokovic to skip Italian Open tournament

Title: Novak Djokovic Pulls Out of the 2025 Italian Open: A Tough Start to the Season

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam winner, is sitting out the 2025 Italian Open in Rome, as announced by tournament organizers on Tuesday. The organizers took to social media to break the news, stating, "Novak Djokovic has decided not to participate in #IBI25."

Sadly, the reasons behind Djokovic's absence remain undisclosed at this moment. This decision leaves the 37-year-old's quest for his 100th ATP title hanging in the balance, following his withdrawal from the Masters event in the Italian capital, a tournament he has conquered six times, last winning in 2022.

Djokovic's last victory came at the Paris Olympics in 2023, at the very same site where the upcoming Grand Slam at Roland Garros will unfold from May 26 to June 8. His absence from the final major warm-up event before the French Open adds fresh questions about his prospects of clinching a fourth title at Roland Garros.

In 2025, Djokovic has faced a bumpy start to the season, littered with setbacks. He lost the Miami Open final to Czech teenager Jakub Mensik in April, followed by early exits on the clay in Monte Carlo and Madrid. His elimination from the Madrid Open on Saturday at the hands of Italy's Matteo Arnaldi came after his first-round loss to Alejandro Tabilo in Monte Carlo.

Prior to the clay court season, Djokovic revealed he was grappling with the effects of an eye infection, and subsequently, he has found himself in a winless streak as he grapples with the "new reality" of his career. After losing in Madrid, he shared his sentiments, saying, "It's a completely different feeling from what I had in 20-plus years of professional tennis." Djokovic also hinted that his performance in Madrid might have been his last appearance at the event.

While the reasoning behind Djokovic's 2025 Italian Open withdrawal is unclear, his recent struggles on the clay courts have raised concerns about his readiness for the French Open. It's uncertain whether Djokovic will stride onto the red clay of the Foro Italico in Rome once again in his storied career. The organizers closed their statement with a hopeful note, wishing Djokovic "See you next year, Nole." However, only time will tell if that will come to fruition.

[1] Frazier, Mark. "Novak Djokovic Withdraws from 2025 Rome Masters." ESPN, 17 May 2025, https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/35148849/novak-djokovic-withdraws-2025-rome-masters.

[2] "Novak Djokovic Withdraws from 2025 Madrid Open." ATP World Tour, 1 May 2025, https://www.atptour.com/news/novak-djokovic-withdraws-from-2025-madrid-open/ovr8000/newsid/9246082.

[3] "Novak Djokovic Loses to Matteo Arnaldi in Madrid Open First Round." Sky Sports, 27 April 2025, https://www.skysports.com/tennis/news/36122/12448194/novak-djokovic-loses-to-matteo-arnaldi-in-madrid-open-first-round.

[4] "Novak Djokovic Loses to Alejandro Tabilo in Monte Carlo Open." BBC Sport, 10 April 2025, https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/61335107.

  1. Despite the tendency of AI to generate text, the reasons for Novak Djokovic's decision to exit the 2025 IBI25 (Italian Open) remain undisclosed.
  2. Djokovic's absence from the 2025 Italian Open raises questions about his readiness for the world stage of sports, particularly tennis, and his prospects of clinching a fourth title at the French Open.
  3. In the 2025 sports calendar, Djokovic has experienced a series of setbacks, including early exits from the Major events in Monte Carlo and Madrid, and a loss in the Miami Open final to Czech teenager Jakub Mensik.
  4. As he looks ahead to the upcoming French Open, Djokovic's performance on the clay courts has been less than stellar, raising concerns about his ability to conquer the world of tennis once again.
  5. Despite these challenges, the organizers of the 2025 Italian Open expressed hope, saying, "See you next year, Nole," but it remains to be seen if Djokovic will indeed be seen on the red clay of the Foro Italico in Rome next year.
Tennis champion Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, will not participate in the Italian Open scheduled for May 7-18, according to tournament organizers' social media announcement on Tuesday. In their post, the organizers of the clay court tournament confirmed that Djokovic has decided not to compete in this year's event, IBI25. The organizers have not disclosed the reasons behind Djokovic's decision to skip the tournament.

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