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Novak Djokovic pulls out of the Madrid Open because of injury
MADRID (AP) — Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Madrid Open because of a lingering injury.The fourth-ranked Djokovic hasn’t competed since the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. He missed the Miami Open because of a right shoulder injury and also skipped the Monte Carlo Masters.“Madrid, unfortunately I won’t be able to compete at the Madrid Open this year,” he wrote Friday on his social media accounts. “I’m continuing my recovery in order to be back soon. Hasta pronto!”Djokovic is a three-time champion in Madrid.The tournament said in a statement: “We hope to see you back here as soon as possible so we can enjoy your tennis as we have done so many times in the Caja Mágica.”___AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis
Novak Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open because of injury
Associated PressApr 17, 2026, 06:59 AM ETMADRID -- Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Madrid Open because of a lingering injury.The fourth-ranked Djokovic hasn't competed since the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. He missed the Miami Open because of a right shoulder injury and also skipped the Monte Carlo Masters."Madrid, unfortunately I won't be able to compete at the Madrid Open this year," he wrote Friday on his social media accounts. "I'm continuing my recovery in order to be back soon. Hasta pronto!"Djokovic is a three-time champion in Madrid.
Novak Djokovic withdraws from Madrid | ATP Tour | Tennis
Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Mutua Madrid Open due to injury, the tournament announced on Friday.
Novak Djokovic's Brief Madrid Open Withdrawal Message Comes a Day After ...
Novak Djokovic has extended his tennis absence. The Serb, who has competed at just two tournaments this year, has pulled out of yet another tournament, the 2026 Madrid Open, as he continues to recover from injury. Djokovic shared the unfortunate update on social media on Friday, April 17, just days before the start of the tournament.
