Paris, October 24: Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters, organizers said. The 37-year-old Djokovic played at the Six Kings Slam exhibition last week. Organizers did not give a reason for Djokovic's withdrawal. 45-Year-Old Diego Forlan Set To Make Professional Tennis Debut, Former Man United Striker Gets Wild Card Entry in Uruguay Open 2024.

The former top-ranked player said in an Instagram post he is "sorry to everyone who was hoping to see me play there.”

“I have a lot of great memories winning seven titles there and hope to be back with you next year,” he added.

Novak Djokovic's Instagram story (Photo Credit: Instagram/@djokernole)

Djokovic 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. Dominic Thiem Ends Professional Tennis Career With First-Round Loss Against Luciano Darderi in Erste Bank Open 2024.

The 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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