Watch: Novak Djokovic shows off his dance moves, looks fit and raring to go at Cincinnati Open 2023

Novak Djokovic recently showed off his impeccable dance moves while preparing for the 2023 Cincinnati Open.

Djokovic was barred from competing in America after the 2021 US Open due to his steadfast refusal to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination mandate. Consequently, he was unable to participate in any tennis tournaments held in the States for two years.

However, a few months ago, US President Joe Biden lifted the COVID-19 restrictions, thereby permitting non-residents to enter the country without the need for proof of vaccination. Djokovic can, therefore, participate in the Cincinnati Open and also the 2023 US Open after a two-year hiatus.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion is one of the favorites to win the title in Cincinnati. He will likely go head-to-head with either Alejandro Davidovich Fokina or Tomas Martin Etcheverry in the second round of the competition.

Novak Djokovic recently took to social media to share a video of himself showing off his dance moves. He was also sporting a stylish new beard ahead of the ATP 1000 Masters event.

Djokovic appeared to be fit and ready to compete at the Cincinnati Masters.

"Preparations ✔️ off to @cincytennis 🎾 💪 ," the Serb captioned his Instagram post.

Novak Djokovic has won the Cincinnati Masters title on two previous occasions

Western & Southern Open - Day 10

After enduring five defeats in the Western & Southern Open finals, Novak Djokovic finally claimed his maiden Cincinnati Masters title in 2018. He beat Roger Federer 6-4, 6-4 in the final that year.

With the win, the Serb became first player to accomplish the career Golden Masters, ie winning all of the nine ATP Masters 1000 events on the calendar.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion secured his second title at the Cincinnati Open in 2020 by defeating Milos Raonic 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the final. The historic victory also marked the completion of his double career Golden Masters.

After missing the tournament in 2021 and 2022, Novak Djokovic will be determined to secure his third title at the event. He will be participating in both the singles and doubles categories this year, teaming up with his compatriot Nikola Cacic for the doubles.

The Cincinnati Masters will serve as Djokovic's only preparatory event leading up to the 2023 US Open, as the former World No. 1 had decided to withdraw from the Canadian Open.