Novak Djokovic Returns to Athens for ATP Tournament
The 24-time Grand Slam winner is competing in his second to last event of the 2025 season in Athens, hosting an ATP tournament for the first time since 1994.
An Olympic Champion Embraces Athens
Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis star who earned the men’s singles gold medal at Paris 2024, has a strong connection to the Olympic Games. His decision to play in Athens, the historic birthplace of the Olympics, reflects this bond.
Djokovic has regularly visited Athens since the US Open in September, including a stop at the iconic Panathenaic Stadium, the site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Playing at the 2025 Hellenic Championship
At 38 years old, Djokovic will compete in the 2025 Hellenic Championship, an ATP 250 event held from November 2 to 8 in Athens. This marks his first chance to play in the city itself.
“I hope that you guys are as excited as I am and all the players to play in Athens, that has the ATP tournament back again after 30 years,” Djokovic said via the tournament’s social media. “There is a great excitement... this arena being one of the most famous basketball arenas in the world, home of Panathinaikos, one of the best clubs in Europe. [It's] such a historic venue, and it's a great honour and great pleasure to be here. I'm very excited to see you all fill up this amazing stadium and hopefully watch some world-class tennis.”
Summary
Novak Djokovic’s participation in Athens celebrates both his Olympic success and the city’s historic sports heritage, as the ATP tournament returns after three decades.
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