Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next week’s Cincinnati Open, tournament organisers have confirmed.
The Serbian triumphed over Carlos Alcaraz in an epic final last year which lasted for three hours and 49 minutes, eventually winning 5-7 7-6 7-6.
Djokovic completed the golden slam against the Spaniard just four days ago in Paris as he claimed his first Olympic tournament victory, and has now decided against defending the Rookwood Cup in Cincinnati.
We certainly understand that it is a quick turnaround from his Olympic triumph to come to Cincinnati,” rournament director Bob Moran said in a statement.
“His title run here last year was so memorable. We are eager to see him on court again soon.”
