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Novak Djokovic Reveals Painkiller Battle After Athens Title, Withdraws From ATP Finals

After winning Athens 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 over Musetti for title No. 101, the 38-year-old revealed shoulder pain and a painkiller-fueled final. “I had shoulder issues… I took some strong painkillers,” he said. “I was unable to play in Turin… That’s why I withdrew.” Living in Athens since September, he chose rest over the ATP Finals to protect 2026 ambitions.