Novak Djokovic pulls out of Adelaide International due to shoulder injury, affecting his preparation for the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Adelaide International, citing a shoulder injury and lack of physical readiness ahead of the Australian Open, which begins January 18. The 38-year-old Serbian, a 24-time Grand Slam champion and 10-time Australian Open winner, last played in November and has not competed in nearly two months. He previously skipped the ATP Finals due to the same injury and exited the 2025 Australian Open semifinals with a torn hamstring. Ranked No. 4 in the world, Djokovic is behind Alcaraz, Sinner, and Zverev. His withdrawal follows his announcement to end ties with the Professional Tennis Players Association, a group he co-founded that sued tennis’s governing bodies over player compensation.