Novak Djokovic has announced his imminent return to competitive tennis at the Qatar Open in Doha, scheduled from February 17 to 22, 2025. This decision comes after a hamstring injury forced him to retire during the Australian Open semi-final against Alexander Zverev last month. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, has been on a quest for his 100th ATP singles title since clinching his 99th at the Paris Olympics in August 2024.
In a recent interview, the 37-year-old Serbian provided an encouraging update on his recovery. “There is no more rupture in the muscle; the injury is almost 100% healed,” Djokovic stated. “I have the green light from the medical team to train and prepare. The tournament in Doha is scheduled for a week now, so I am sticking to the schedule.”
Djokovic’s participation in the Qatar Open marks his return to the tournament after a six-year hiatus, having last competed there in 2019. He previously secured back-to-back titles in Doha in 2016 and 2017.
Reflecting on his recent injuries, Djokovic acknowledged the challenges that come with age. “I’ve had a few more injuries lately than I did in the first 15 years of my career. That probably comes with age, but my body still … . The flame and desire for achievement and … victories still burns in me.”
Achieving his 100th ATP singles title would place Djokovic among an elite group, with only Jimmy Connors (109) … Roger Federer (103) having surpassed this milestone in the professional era. Djokovic expressed his determination, stating, “I hope that the 100th … . I’ve been chasing it for a long … it will come when it’s supposed … .”
As Djokovic prepares for his return, the tennis world eagerly anticipates his performance in Doha, where he aims to make history by securing his landmark 100th
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