Novak Djokovic will miss subsequent week’s ATP Finals in Turin on account of damage, he introduced on social media on Saturday.
Djokovic, 38, made historical past on Saturday by turning into the oldest ATP Tour winner after profitable the Athens Open.
Djokovic defeated Lorenzo Musetti in three units to win his a hundred and first title. Nevertheless, he performed with a physique wrapped round his shoulders and later introduced that he was not wholesome sufficient to play within the season-ending marquee sport.
“I used to be actually trying ahead to competing in Turin and I used to be in a position to give my greatest, however after as we speak’s last in Athens, I’m disenchanted that I’ve to withdraw on account of my persevering with damage,” he posted on Instagram. “I’m actually sorry to all of the followers who had been trying ahead to seeing me play. Your help means rather a lot to me.
“We want all our gamers an ideal event and may’t wait to get again on the court docket with you all quickly.”
Djokovic’s absence means a reprieve for Musetti. He wanted to win the title in Athens to qualify for the ultimate in his residence nation, however the defeat meant he completed ninth within the race. He was the primary substitute and bought a second probability after Djokovic withdrew.
PA contributed to this report.
