Novak Djokovic announces return to Cincinnati Open starting August 8

Novak Djokovic, currently ranked No. 5 in the world, will compete in the 2026 Cincinnati Open, scheduled from August 8 to August 23. This marks Djokovic’s first participation in the event since 2023, where he won the title against Carlos Alcaraz in a record-setting final. He holds a 45-12 record at the Cincinnati Open and has claimed the title three times. Djokovic aims to secure his first title of 2026 after finishing as a runner-up at the Australian Open earlier this year. The tournament will feature all top 10 players from the ATP World Rankings.

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