Novak Djokovic confirms when he will return to tennis ahead of the US Open

Novak Djokovic is set to return to the ATP Tour at the Cincinnati Open. The Serbian tennis star confirmed his participation on social media following his departure from the Wimbledon semi-finals earlier this summer. After bypassing the Canadian Open, a tournament he historically skips, Djokovic is now preparing for the upcoming Masters 1000 event in Ohio.

Djokovic holds a strong history at this tournament. He is a three-time champion with 45 match wins and 12 losses at the venue. His last appearance in 2023 resulted in a victory over Carlos Alcaraz, a match that remains one of the highlights of his recent career. He returns to the court for the first time in three years at this location.

The tournament begins on August 13. As one of the top 32 seeds, Djokovic receives a bye into the second round. His participation in Cincinnati serves as the primary part of his build-up to the US Open. Fans can expect to see him compete during the following weekend.

Djokovic has maintained a selective schedule during the 2026 season. He has missed several Masters 1000 events, including Miami, Monte Carlo, Madrid, and the Canadian Open. His focus remains on peak performance at the biggest events on the calendar as he looks to maintain his competitiveness against the field.