Novak Djokovic has pulled out of competing at the National Bank Open in Montreal as he looks to contend with his ‘very busy calendar’.
The Serbian is currently representing his nation at the Paris Olympics, recently fending off the challenge of fellow legend Rafael Nadal in their 60th-ever clash.
Djokovic raced into a 6-1 4-0 lead at Roland Garros against the Spaniard, though Nadal did not go down without a fight. The 38-year-old battled back to within touching distance of the world No. 2 before Djokovic asserted his dominance and came through 6-1 6-4.
His progression into the next round of the Olympics means that Djokovic has made the decision not to compete in Montreal soon as he looks to prioritise going for gold in Paris, with the final of the men’s singles event taking place just two days before the action gets underway in Canada.
In a statement on the tournament’s website, Djokovic explained: “I’m disappointed to announce my withdrawal from the National Bank Open in Montreal.
“I have a lot of great memories from Montreal, winning two titles there (and two others in Toronto). However, as I’m recovering from my injury in a very busy calendar this summer, I need to make hard choices.
