Novak Djokovic has decided to cut ties with the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), a player’s group that he co-founded.
Taking to social media on Sunday, January 4, the 24-time Grand Slam winner announced that he is quitting the group that sued the sport’s governing bodies in 2025 over transparency issues.
In a post on X, the Serbian tennis star wrote, “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 organisation."
“(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,” he added.
The 38-year-old founded PTPA along with Vasek Pospisil in 2020 to strengthen player representation, The Guardian reported.
In March last year the association launched a legal action against the governing organisations of the sports, including ATP, WTA, the International Tennis Federation and the International Tennis Integrity Agency.
They accused the governing bodies of “systemic abuse, anti-competitive practices, and a blatant disregard for player welfare.”
It is worth noting that Djokovic was not listed as a plaintiff in the lawsuit, as he said that he wanted other players to take the lead and step up, rather than making it about himself.
