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Djokovic Drops Bomb, Announces Decision To Quit Tennis Body He Co-Founded

January 5, 2026

Novak Djokovic has announced his decision to leave the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), a group he co-founded, citing a misalignment with its current direction and values. This move comes after the PTPA's involvement in legal actions against tennis governing bodies earlier this year.

Djokovic Drops Bomb, Announces Decision To Quit Tennis Body He Co-Founded

Credit: Theguardian

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Djokovic co-founded the PTPA in 2020.
He cited misalignment of values as the reason for his departure.
The PTPA had previously sued tennis tours and grand slams in March.
Djokovic was not a plaintiff in the lawsuit against the governing bodies.

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Djokovic Drops Bomb, Announces Decision To Quit Tennis Body He Co-Founded

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