The president of the Italian Tennis Federation, Angelo Binaghi, made a major announcement on Monday. He confirmed that Novak Djokovic will compete in the ATP Finals in Turin, scheduled for November 9–16. The news ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding the Serbian’s presence. In fact, Djokovic hasn’t played since his semifinal loss at the Shanghai Masters 1000.
“We have confirmation, Djokovic will be in Turin,” Binaghi told Rai Gr Parlamento. The statement brings relief to both organizers and fans, who had been eagerly waiting to see the world number one finish the season strong.
The return of a legend
According to Mundo Deportivo, Djokovic skipped the Paris Masters, which raised concerns about his fitness and schedule. However, the tennis star plans to return to action this week in Athens, where he’ll use a smaller event as preparation before traveling to Italy.
Is there a better way to confirm that Novak Djokovic will sign up in Turin and play in the season-ending tournament of the top eight?
I don’t think so. This is great news for tennis. It’s moving and fascinating.The Serb’s appearance will make the event more exciting. https://t.co/OjVOJgao74 pic.twitter.com/KZpDce2QUB
— Sensky (@TheSensky) November 3, 2025
The 24-time Grand Slam champion aims to defend his crown in a tournament that gathers the year’s top eight players. His absence in 2023, when he decided to prioritize rest, left a noticeable void in the event. That’s why his comeback in 2025 generates huge excitement among fans and the entire circuit.
The lineup for the ATP Finals is nearly complete. With Djokovic confirmed, only one spot remains open. That final place will be contested between Félix Auger-Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti, who are separated by just 160 points in the year-end rankings. Musetti, currently playing in Athens, could overtake the Canadian if he wins the title this week.
Djokovic’s return also gives European tennis a strong boost. Turin will once again welcome one of its biggest icons in what could be one of his final appearances at the prestigious tournament. The Italian city has been a successful stage for Djokovic, who will try to extend his legacy with another title on European soil.
With his participation confirmed, the ATP Finals promise to be one of the most competitive editions in years, featuring Djokovic, Alcaraz, Sinner, and Medvedev leading the field. The season finale is set to deliver world-class tennis and a spectacular showdown among the sport’s elite.
