Novak Djokovic withdraws from Italian Open; on losing streak

Novak Djokovic's absence from the Italian Open due to a three-match losing streak has raised concerns about his performance at the upcoming French Open as he seeks a record 25th Grand Slam title. He hinted at his reluctance to compete further after losing to Matteo Arnaldi in Spain, expressing mental challenges with early exits. Despite being the highest-ranked player by weeks, Djokovicskipped tournaments like the Australian Open due to injuries and is focused on accumulating more major titles rather than individual performances. The French Open, set to begin in May, will be a key test for his form moving forward.