US Edition‘A new reality’: Novak Djokovic pulls out of Italian Open ahead of French Open
- Novak Djokovic withdrew from the 2025 Italian Open, marking his first absence since debuting in 2007 ahead of the French Open in Rome.
- Djokovic's withdrawal follows a period of poor form, including a three-match losing streak and a recent defeat in Madrid to Matteo Arnaldi.
- Despite winning three Roland Garros titles and 24 Grand Slam singles, Djokovic will enter the French Open without a clay-court victory this season.
- Former champion Jim Courier expressed concern, calling the withdrawal a worrying development because Rome offers the best preparation for Roland Garros.
- Djokovic described his recent struggles as a 'new reality,' acknowledging mental challenges after 20 years on tour and underscoring the evolving stage of his career.
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“Kind of new reality for me, I have to say, trying to win a match or two, not really thinking about getting far in the tournament,” said Novak Djokovic after his early exit in Madrid. That line hit differently coming from the 24-time Grand Slam champion. And the struggle is real. Djokovic hasn’t won a single match in over a month. His last victory came way back on March 28 in the semifinals of the Miami Open. Since then, he’s posted a 12-7 recor…
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