Djokovic back in Shanghai: "The reaction was phenomenal".

Is Novak Djokovic afraid of missing the Masters?

Currently in 9th place at the Race, the Serb needs points if he is to make it to the last major event of the season.

After skipping last year's event, Djokovic will indeed play in the Shanghai Masters 1000 this season (October 2-13).

When asked about this eagerly-awaited return to China, tournament director Michael Luevano said: "Novak sent a message to all his fans in China announcing his return, and the ticket office, already overloaded, was put under pressure.

The reaction to his return has been phenomenal."