Djokovic says elbow healed, looking to return to competition

BELGRADE, Serbia - Novak Djokovic says playing against Spain in the Davis Cup quarterfinals could boost his form ahead of his return to competition.

Djokovic said: ''I haven't had too many matches recently, and that's what I need to get back in shape.''

The Serb has dropped from his No. 1 ranking after a slump in form following his French Open title last year.

Djokovic's most recent match was a loss to Nick Kyrgios in the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif., in March. He withdrew from Miami Open because of a lingering right elbow injury.

Djokovic says he no longer feels pain in the elbow.