Novak Djokovic and Spanish Duo Lead Growing Withdrawal List Ahead of 2026 Monte Carlo Masters Draw

Novak Djokovic skips Monte Carlo for the first time since 2011. See the full list of withdrawals and replacements for the 2026 ATP Masters 1000 opener.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 3, 2026, 6:05 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Tennis365

Highest Profile Absence in Over a Decade

The Monte Carlo Masters has seen a significant shift in its entry list following the official withdrawal of Novak Djokovic. The two-time champion, currently ranked fourth in the world, has chosen to bypass the event as part of a continued strategy to play a shortened competitive schedule. This marks the first time in fifteen years that the tennis icon will not compete at the Monte Carlo Country Club, a move that leaves a notable void in the 56-player main draw and reshapes the seeding for the tournament's top half.

Strategic Impact on the ATP Rankings

The withdrawal list has grown to include several seeded players, most notably Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Taylor Fritz. Davidovich Fokina, who was slated to be the 14th seed, faces a significant decline in his global ranking as he will be unable to defend the 400 points earned during his semi-final run in 2025. Similarly, world number eight Taylor Fritz has pulled out due to a persistent knee injury, while American Sebastian Korda and Britain’s Jack Draper have also joined the list of notable absences.

Opportunities for Main Draw Replacements

The exodus of top talent has created immediate opportunities for six players to be promoted into the main draw. Sebastian Baez, Terence Atmane, and Daniel Altmaier are among those who have received the nod to compete in the prestigious clay-court opener. Additionally, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, Márton Fucsovics, and Kamil Majchrzak have been integrated into the field, ensuring that the tournament maintains its full 56-player capacity as the administrative team prepares for the official draw ceremony.