MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 26: Novak Djokovic of Serbia plays a forehand against Matteo Arnaldi of Italy in the Men's Singles Second Round match during Day Five of the Mutua Madrid Open at La Caja Magica on April 26, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

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Novak Djokovic announced that he won’t play at the upcoming Madrid Open.

“Madrid, unfortunately I won’t be able to compete @MutuaMadridOpen this year. I’m continuing my recovery in order to be back soon. Hasta pronto!” he wrote on social media.

The Madrid Open runs April 20-May 3.

The 24-time major champion has been dealing with a persistent shoulder injury that caused him to miss Miami and Monte Carlo.

The world No. 4 was seen dealing with a forearm injury during Indian Wells and wore a white compression sleeve for support. He ultimately lost to Jack Draper in the round of 16 in three sets.

Djokovic, who turns 39 next month, is still seeking a record 25th Grand Slam title. His last major title came at the 2023 U.S. Open. In 2025, he lost in the semifinals of all four Grand Slam events.