# Djokovic links upturn to easing physical problems

> Djokovic says his recent tennis success stems from resolving physical issues after months of struggle.
- Title: Djokovic links upturn to easing physical problems | Shortify
- Summary: Djokovic says his recent tennis success stems from resolving physical issues after months of struggle. Djokovic attributes his improved performance since the…
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- Published: 2026-11-02T19:52:07+00:00
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- Topics: novak djokovic, us open, beijing title, physical problems, rollex paris masters, tennis, atp, rollex paris masters 2026, sports
## Djokovic's recent upturn
Djokovic says his results since the US Open, including a seventh Beijing title, have come as four months of physical problems eased.

> This year the focus shifted to feeling well on the court, because for most of the tournaments that I played, and I didn’t play many, it was health-wise a big struggle
## Physical struggles in 2026
Djokovic lost his opening match in Rome to qualifier Dino Prizmic and later vomited during a second-set changeover in Cincinnati.
## US Open defeat
Djokovic lost to Mariano Navone in the first round after more than four and a half hours, his first opening-round defeat at a Grand Slam since 2006.
## Beijing title win
Djokovic won his seventh Beijing title, the 102nd of his career, after Alexander de Minaur retired in the final.
## Recent matches
Djokovic lost to Hubert Hurkacz in Shanghai and then beat Ugo Humbert to return to the top 10 before losing to Jan-Lennard Struff.
## Paris Masters opener
Djokovic faces Valentin Vacherot in his Paris Masters opener, needing at least the semi-finals to stay in contention for the ATP Finals.
## Health focus
Djokovic says his performance level and enjoyment on the court have improved as his physical problems ease.
## Physical problem explanation
Djokovic states his issues are not related to stamina but something else health-related, without specifying.
## Paris Masters ceremony
Djokovic attended a ceremony celebrating the 40th birthday of the Rolex Paris Masters, a tournament he has won more often than anyone.
## Key takeaway

Djokovic attributes his improved performance since the US Open to resolving physical health issues after four months of struggle.