Novak Djokovic ready for tennis comeback at China Open

What the report says

Novak Djokovic is set to return to competitive tennis at the China Open in Beijing, with his opening match scheduled for Wednesday against Portugal’s Nuno Borges. The 39-year-old has not played since a first-round exit at the US Open on August 30, and the Al Jazeera report said he had been dealing with shoulder and back issues during that match.

Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner and six-time China Open champion, said on Monday that he was encouraged by how his body had responded in the build-up to the tournament. He described Beijing as a place where he has historically played well and said the event was a priority in his schedule this year.

The article noted that Djokovic has not competed in Beijing for 11 years, although he previously won the title there in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. He also holds a 29-0 record at the ATP 500 event, underlining why the tournament is viewed as a favorable venue for his comeback.

The return matters because Djokovic is trying to regain momentum after recent fitness concerns while continuing his bid for further major titles. More broadly, his appearance is expected to draw significant attention in China, where he has built a strong record and fan following.