Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open for non-medical reasons, marking his second consecutive absence from ATP Masters 1000 events. He aims to secure his 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open,

Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Cincinnati Open for what officially was listed as a “non-medical” reason. Monday's withdrawal means he will head to the U.S.

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open for the second consecutive year, meaning that he will arrive at the U.S. Open in New York City having not played since Wimbledon, where he lost to Jannik Sinner in the semifinals.