Djokovic Withdraws from Miami Open, Zverev Set to Climb Rankings

MIAMI GARDENS, FL – Novak Djokovic will not participate in the Miami Open, citing discomfort in his right shoulder. This withdrawal will result in a shift in the ATP rankings, with Alexander Zverev poised to move into the top three.

Impact on Rankings

Djokovic’s absence means he will lose 650 ranking points and relinquish his position in the ATP top three to Zverev. Zverev, who reached the eighth in the last edition, will gain 100 points. He will become the third seed in the Miami draw.

Looking Ahead to Roland Garros

Djokovic’s focus is now on preparing for Roland Garros. He continues to play for the Grand Slam and defend his country. He is currently on the registration list for the Monte Carlo tournament.

“The feelings will come a little bit later, but even now, I’m starting to realize that it was incredible, all week, all two weeks, actually,”

Jakub Mensik

Djokovic was seeking his 100th career title and a record seventh in the Miami Open, but was defeated by Jakub Mensik in the 2025 final.

“You’re the one I idolized when I was young,″ Mensik said to Djokovic during the ceremony after the match that lasted 2 hours, 3 minutes. “I started playing tennis because of you.″

Jakub Mensik

Mensik’s Upset Victory

Jakub Mensik, 19, stunned Djokovic in a rain-delayed Miami Open final, winning his first ATP title. The match was decided in two tiebreakers, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (4). Mensik is the second-youngest titlist in tournament history, behind Carlos Alcaraz, who won in 2022 at age 18.

Mensik is the first player from the Czech Republic to win an ATP Masters 1000 event since Tomas Berdych triumphed in Paris in 2005.

The Miami Open promises to be an exciting tournament, with Zverev now positioned as a top contender. The focus will be on whether Djokovic can regain peak form in time for the clay court season and Roland Garros.