Novak Djokovic moved to the Australian Open quarterfinals on Sunday with a straight-set victory over Jiří Lehecka in the fourth round of the tournament.
But Djokovic’s dominance was overshadowed by what happened when he left the court. Djokovic refused to speak to Australia’s Channel 9, the official broadcaster of the tournament for the host country, over journalist Tony Jones’ remarks about the Serbian star.
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Novak Djokovic celebrates after defeating Jiri Lehecka at the Australian Open in Melbourne, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake)
Djokovic said he wanted an apology from the station and Jones without mentioning Jones by name. He said, “Famous sports journalist who works for the official broadcaster, Channel 9… made a mockery of Serbian fans and also made insulting and offensive comments toward me.”
Jones called Djokovic overrated and a has-been.
He said he will continue to boycott speaking to the…
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