Johannesburg – Founding member Novak Djokovic has quit the Professional Tennis Players Association, citing differences in the direction the entity was taking.
Announcing the move on X, Djokovic said: “After careful consideration, I have decided to step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA).
“This decision comes after ongoing concerns regarding transparency, governance, and the way my voice and image have been represented.”
The PTPA was founded in 2019 by Canadian former tennis player, Vasek Pospisil, and Djokovic.
Commenting further on why he quit, Djokovic, who held the number one spot in the world for a record-breaking 428 weeks for 13 separate years, added: “I am proud of the vision that Vasek and I shared when founding the PTPA, giving players a stronger, independent voice – but it has become clear that my values and approach are no longer aligned with the current direction of the organization.
“I will continue to focus on my tennis, my family, and contributing to the sport in ways that reflect my principles and integrity.
“I wish the players and those involved the best as they move forward, but for me, this chapter is now closed.
Djokovic has won 99 ATP titles.
