Novak Djokovic will not take part in the Italian Open next week in another blow to the 24-time Grand Slam winner's preparations for Roland Garros.
Djokovic has competed in Rome in every season since 2007 and has won the event six times, most recently in 2022.
However organisers of the tournament announced on social media, external that the Serb will not play in 2025, with no reason given.
It follows Djokovic losing his opening match of the Madrid Open last week, and continues a troubled start to the year for the 37-year-old.