Novak Djokovic's participation in the 2025 US Open has come under cloud after the Serbian tennis ace withdrew from the Cincinnati Open, which starts on Tuesday. This is the second tournament which the world no.

Djokovic's decision to skip the Cincinnati Open, a warm-up for the US Open, has raised eyebrows. The Serb had also skipped the tournament last year after competing in other events. However, there are no injuries this time around. Therefore, it could be related to recovery from hip and groin injuries sustained during Wimbledon semifinals.

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.