Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters, both he and tournament organisers said on Wednesday. Serbian Djokovic, 37, the reigning champion in Paris who has won a record 24 Grand Slam crowns and 40 Masters titles,

Serbian Novak Djokovic won't defend his title at the Paris Masters 1000 next week when the tournament begins. The Paris Masters 1000 won't have the defending champion participating in this year's tournament, which begins next week. Novak Djokovic has decided to withdraw from the event, confirming the news on his Instagram story.

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters. The 37-year-old Djokovic played at the Six Kings Slam exhibition last week and organizers did not give a reason for his withdrawal.