Novak Djokovic says he has “stepped away fully” from the Skilled Tennis Gamers Affiliation that he co-founded, citing considerations about “transparency and governance”.
Serbian Djokovic, 38, and Canadian tennis participant Vasek Pospisil based the breakaway participant union in 2021.
In March 2025, the PTPA launched authorized motion in opposition to tennis’ governing our bodies – together with the ATP and WTA excursions – over what it claimed are “anti-competitive practices and a blatant disregard for participant welfare”.
The ATP and WTA each strongly rejected the accusations and mentioned they might defend their place.
Djokovic, who has received 24 Grand Slam titles, mentioned on the time that he didn’t agree with the whole lot of the PTPA’s case and has now ended his affiliation with the organisation.
“After cautious consideration, I’ve determined to step away fully from the Skilled Tennis Gamers Affiliation,” Djokovic posted on X., exterior
“This resolution comes after ongoing considerations concerning transparency, governance, and the best way my voice and picture have been represented.
“I’m pleased with the imaginative and prescient that Vasek and I shared when founding the PTPA, giving gamers a stronger, unbiased voice – however it has turn out to be clear that my values and strategy are now not aligned with the present route of the organisation.
“I’ll proceed to concentrate on my tennis, my household, and contributing to the game in ways in which mirror my rules and integrity. I want the gamers and people concerned the very best as they transfer ahead, however for me, this chapter is now closed.”
BBC Sport has contacted the PTPA for remark.
