Djokovic won last year’s event in Paris by beating Dimitrov in the final and at the ATP Tour Finals, he beat Sinner in the final. That was the last time he defeated the current world No. 1, who has won all three of their meetings since.

Novak Djokovic's excellent performance in Shanghai has brought him closer to securing a spot in the ATP Finals in Turin.

Djokovic recently hinted at potentially missing the upcoming ATP Finals in Turin. This speculation comes after his recent revelation of planning to reduce his tennis commitments for the remainder of 2024. Despite being a seven-time champion, Djokovic's participation this year remains uncertain.

The fight for access to the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin is on in the run-up to the final round of the season. Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev are already certain to be the protagonists of the Masters tournament scheduled from 10 to 17 November. Everyone else is still not sure of the qualification.

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters, organizers said Wednesday. The 37-year-old Djokovic played at the Six Kings Slam exhibition last week. Organizers did not give a reason for Djokovic’s withdrawal.

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next week's Paris Masters, potentially ending his 2024 season. The 37-year-old, who is the defending champion in Paris, has won a record 40 Masters titles in his career along with his 24 Grand Slam titles.

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Paris Masters in a decision that could bring his season to a close by jeopardising his spot at the ATP Finals in Turin.