In a shocking revelation, coach Andy Murray has made it clear that Serbian Novak Djokovic will not participate in the Rome Masters 1000 due to a series of emotional and physical factors that have taken their toll on him recently. In a recent interview, Murray shared that Djokovic told him he felt extremely tired and that his mind was not fully focused on tennis at the moment.
The 36-year-old, one of the greatest in tennis history, has been dealing with a series of personal and emotional challenges that have affected his performance and motivation. According to Murray, Djokovic explained that he is feeling profound exhaustion, both physically and mentally, and that, for now, he needs to take a break to recharge and rediscover the passion that has always characterized him on the court.
“Novak told me he’s struggling to find inspiration in tennis and needs rest to regain his love for the game. He’s been dealing with a significant amount of things that are affecting his emotional state, and right now, he’s not in the right place to compete at the highest level,” Murray said.
Djokovic’s decision to skip Rome comes at a crucial time in the season, especially with Roland Garros just around the corner. However, both the player and his team are convinced that this time of rest will allow him to overcome his difficulties and return with a renewed perspective, ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.
“The most important thing now is for Novak to focus on himself, his well-being, and finding motivation again. We’re all supporting him and hope he recovers soon, both physically and mentally,” Murray added.
The news has surprised tennis fans, who had hoped to see Djokovic fighting for another title in Rome. However, many understand the importance of mental and emotional health in the life of any elite athlete and hope the Serbian will return stronger than ever when he feels ready.
Time will tell if this break will be what Djokovic needs to regain his motivation and his game. For now, fans can only eagerly await his return, hoping the tennis legend can shine once again on the court.
