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Djokovic withdraws from Madrid
Serbian star out of upcoming ATP Masters 1000 event due to injury
Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:20am
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Djokovic's withdrawal from the Madrid Open leaves a void in the tournament's star power and competitiveness.Indian Wells TodayNovak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Mutua Madrid Open due to a right shoulder injury, the tournament announced on Friday. The former world No. 1 player last competed at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells in March and missed the Miami Open in late March because of the same injury. Djokovic is a three-time champion at the Madrid ATP Masters 1000 event, with his most recent title coming in 2019.
Why it matters
Djokovic's withdrawal from Madrid is a significant blow for the ATP Tour, as the Serbian star is one of the biggest draws in men's tennis. His absence will impact the tournament's star power and competitiveness, as well as his own momentum heading into the clay-court season leading up to the French Open.
The details
Djokovic wrote on Instagram that he is continuing his recovery in order to return to competition soon. He is next scheduled to compete at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome, which runs from May 6-17. Djokovic has a 7-2 record so far this season, which includes a runner-up finish at the Australian Open.
- Djokovic last competed at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells in March.
- Djokovic missed the Miami Open in late March due to his right shoulder injury.
- The Mutua Madrid Open is scheduled for April 2026.
The players
Novak Djokovic
A former world No. 1 player and three-time champion of the Mutua Madrid Open, who has withdrawn from the upcoming 2026 edition of the tournament due to a right shoulder injury.
What they’re saying
“Madrid, unfortunately I won't be able to compete this year. I am continuing my recovery in order to be back soon. Hasta pronto!”
— Novak Djokovic
What’s next
Djokovic is next scheduled to compete at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome, which runs from May 6-17.
The takeaway
Djokovic's withdrawal from the Madrid Open is a significant setback for the tournament and the ATP Tour, as the Serbian star is one of the biggest draws in men's tennis. His absence will impact the competitiveness of the event and his own momentum heading into the clay-court season leading up to the French Open.
