Final month, Djokovic indicated that competing within the tour’s year-end finals was not a precedence.
“I’m not chasing ATP Finals, I’m not chasing the rankings,” Djokovic, who beat the present world primary Jannik Sinner to win final yr’s title, told Serbian reporters., external
The previous world primary reiterated he needs to give attention to the Grand Slams as he seems to be to extend his profession.
His subsequent event is prone to be the Australian Open, which begins on 12 January.
In Melbourne, Djokovic will probably be aiming for an all-time report twenty fifth main singles title – placing him away from Australia’s Margaret Court docket – and a one centesimal tour-level trophy.
His withdrawal from the ATP Finals means the eight-man subject for the Turin event is ready.
Norway’s Casper Ruud, Australia’s Alex de Minaur and Russia’s Andrey Rublev, who appeared set for an thrilling battle this week for the ultimate two locations, have certified in consequence.
Italy’s Jannik Sinner, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, Germany’s Alexander Zverev, Russia’s Daniil Medvedev and Taylor Fritz of the USA had already clinched their spots.
The event takes place within the Italian metropolis between 10-17 November.
Will probably be the primary time since 2001 that the occasion doesn’t function not less than certainly one of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Djokovic.