Djokovic’s Health Struggles and PTPA Exit | Durham News

Novak Djokovic opens up after a brutal Cincinnati Open loss, blaming years-long health struggles worsened by heat and nerves — even collapsing on court, vomiting, and taking a medical timeout. He doubts he’ll return next year, signaling the end of an era for his tennis comeback. Meanwhile, he’s officially stepping away from the PTPA — the player union he co-founded — citing misaligned values and governance issues. Though proud of its original mission, Djokovic says his principles no longer fit. Yet he remains fiercely committed to tennis, family, and shaping the sport on his own terms — wishing the PTPA well as he closes this chapter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/179a9ddab3ca52eb