Novak Djokovic 'acknowledges' Aussie broadcaster's apology was given in public; ready to 'move on'
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic 'acknowledges' Aussie broadcaster's apology was given in public; ready to 'move on'

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic, Monday, reacted to the public apology from Australian media broadcaster Tony Jones and said that he is ready to “move on” from the incident and focus on the next match at the 2025 Australian Open, where he faces Carlos Alcaraz. Serbia's Novak Djokovic during his fourth round match against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka In a statement released by Tennis Australia, it said that Djokovic “acknowledged” that the apology was made in public by Jones, who earlier on Friday passed on-air comments deemed to be “insulting and offensive”. He “Novak Djokovic acknowledges the apology has been given in public as requested, and is now moving on and focusing on his next match," read the statement. “Having said that, I was made aware on Saturday morning, from Tennis Australia via the Djokovic camp, that the Djokovic camp was not happy at all with those comments.

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Tennis star demands Tony Jones cop a LIFE BAN from covering the sport over Channel Nine commentator's Novak Djokovic scandal at the Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tennis star demands Tony Jones cop a LIFE BAN from covering the sport over Channel Nine commentator's Novak Djokovic scandal at the Australian Open

Daily Mail  

Former tennis star turned Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki has called for Channel Nine commentator Tony Jones to be banned from covering the sport for life following the Novak Djokovic saga at the Australian Open. A furious Djokovic later boycotted a courtside interview with the broadcaster until he received a public apology from Jones, who later told viewers his …

Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki says Tony Jones should be 'banned for life' from tennis coverage after Novak Djokovic joke
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki says Tony Jones should be 'banned for life' from tennis coverage after Novak Djokovic joke

ABC  

Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki has hit out at Australia's treatment of Novak Djokovic, saying he thought Channel 9 journalist Tony Jones should be banned for life from tennis coverage. Djokovic was also in the headlines after he refused an on-court interview following his victory over Jiří Lehečka, in protest of a joke that veteran journalist Tony Jones made …

Ben Shelton: Another Australian Open star blasts 'disrespectful' Channel Nine for rough treatment of stars after Novak Djokovic scandal
2 months ago

Ben Shelton: Another Australian Open star blasts 'disrespectful' Channel Nine for rough treatment of stars after Novak Djokovic scandal

Daily Mail  

American tennis star Ben Shelton has lashed out at 'disrespectful' comments from broadcasters and interviewers working at the Australian Open in an unprompted address during his press conference on Wednesday. While Tony Jones' controversial comments about Novak Djokovic have dominated headlines around the world in recent days, Shelton stated that he was 'shocked' by the tone of some questions that …

Novak Djokovic's family covers up TV camera during Australian Open quarterfinal with Carlos Alcaraz
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic's family covers up TV camera during Australian Open quarterfinal with Carlos Alcaraz

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic's camp on Tuesday mysteriously covered up the TV camera from filming them during the quarterfinal match at the 2025 Australian Open against Carlos Alcaraz on Rod Laver Arena. Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during his quarter final match against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz Djokovic's wife Jelena was present in the players' box along with their two kids Stefan, 9, and …

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments
2 months ago

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic covers his ears as he reacts to spectators making noise while he was about to serve against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka during their Australian Open match on Sunday. AFP A well-known TV presenter apologized on-air Monday to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and his Serbian fans at the Australian Open, saying it was …

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments
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2 months ago

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic covers his ears as he reacts to spectators making noise while he was about to serve against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka during their Australian Open match on Sunday. AFP A well-known TV presenter apologized on-air Monday to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and his Serbian fans at the Australian Open, saying it was …

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments
Top News
2 months ago

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic covers his ears as he reacts to spectators making noise while he was about to serve against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka during their Australian Open match on Sunday. AFP A well-known TV presenter apologized on-air Monday to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and his Serbian fans at the Australian Open, saying it was …

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments
2 months ago

TV host issues apology to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic covers his ears as he reacts to spectators making noise while he was about to serve against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka during their Australian Open match on Sunday. AFP A well-known TV presenter apologized on-air Monday to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and his Serbian fans at the Australian Open, saying it was …

Novak Djokovic gets his apologies and is ready to focus on Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic gets his apologies and is ready to focus on Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic got the mea culpas he wanted from the Australian Open’s local broadcaster and its employee who insulted him on the air and so, according to tournament organizers, the 24-time Grand Slam champion is ready to concentrate on his quarterfinal showdown with Carlos Alcaraz. “Novak acknowledges the apology has been given in public as requested,” read …

Djokovic backed by Musk, Australian PM over broadcaster boycott; Channel Nine presenter apologises for controversial remark
2 months ago

Djokovic backed by Musk, Australian PM over broadcaster boycott; Channel Nine presenter apologises for controversial remark

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic had refused to give the post-match interview with the broadcasters after his Round of 16 victory over Jiri Lehecka in the Australian Open after accusing a presenter with the official broadcaster of making a “mockery of Serbian fans” and also for “insulting” him. Off the court, ‘Djoker’s waging a different kind of a battle - this one against …

Novak Djokovic receives apology from Australian TV presenter over ‘offensive’ comments
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic receives apology from Australian TV presenter over ‘offensive’ comments

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Jones mocked …

Australian Open: Broadcaster apologizes after Djokovic refuses post-match interview
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2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Broadcaster apologizes after Djokovic refuses post-match interview

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: The host broadcaster has apologized after Novak Djokovic declined to do a customary post-match on court interview at the Australian Open Sunday to protest comments made on air by someone who works for the TV network. Djokovic, a 37-year-old from Serbia, did not name Jones, but said a "famous sports journalist who works for official broadcaster, Channel 9. made …

Djokovic furious at Tony Jones
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic furious at Tony Jones

ABC  

Samantha Donovan: The stoush between tennis star Novak Djokovic and Channel 9 has escalated, with the Serbian ambassador demanding the network review the behaviour of veteran broadcaster Tony Jones, and the Serbian council lodging a complaint about him with the Human Rights Commission. This year it's come from veteran nine sports commentator Tony Jones, when, as a group of Novak …

Broadcaster apologizes after Novak Djokovic refuses post-match TV interview at the Australian Open
2 months, 1 week ago

Broadcaster apologizes after Novak Djokovic refuses post-match TV interview at the Australian Open

The Hindu  

The host broadcaster has apologized after Novak Djokovic declined to do a customary post-match on court interview at the Australian Open on Sunday to protest comments made on air by someone who works for the TV network. Djokovic, a 37-year-old from Serbia, did not name Jones, but said a "famous sports journalist who works for official broadcaster, Channel 9. made …

Novak Djokovic explains interview boycott at Australian Open 2025; Aussie journalist apologises to tennis ace on-air
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic explains interview boycott at Australian Open 2025; Aussie journalist apologises to tennis ace on-air

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, broke his silence Sunday on his interview boycott at the 2025 Australian Open, saying it was a protest against a top Australian journalist who insulted him and Serbian fans at the year’s first Grand Slam. “The reason why I chose not to do that is that a few days ago, a famous sports …

Who is channel 9 commentator Tony Jones, who called Tennis legend Novak Djokovic ‘overrated’ and later apologised?
2 months, 1 week ago

Who is channel 9 commentator Tony Jones, who called Tennis legend Novak Djokovic ‘overrated’ and later apologised?

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic, who was labeled "overrated" by Channel 9 commentator Tony Jones, has received an apology after the tennis icon chose not to participate in the usual post-match interview at the Australian Open on Sunday. During an on-air appearance at Melbourne Park where crowd was cheering and chanting Novak's name in support, Jones said, “Back to Melbourne Park, where you …

Australian Open 2025: TV host issues on-air apology to Novak Djokovic over ‘insulting’ comments
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2025: TV host issues on-air apology to Novak Djokovic over ‘insulting’ comments

The Hindu  

A leading TV presenter apologised on-air Monday to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and his Serbian fans at the Australian Open, saying it was meant to be banter. Afterwards, he said it was in protest at Tony Jones, a top sports presenter with host broadcaster Channel Nine, who he accused of “insulting and offensive comments” towards …

Australian broadcaster says Djokovic comments were banter, apologises on air
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian broadcaster says Djokovic comments were banter, apologises on air

India Today  

Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologised to Novak Djokovic and his fans for comments he made on TV on Friday that Djokovic deemed "insulting and offensive." Jones had mocked Djokovic and Serbian fans, who had gathered outside the broadcast booth at Melbourne Park, calling the tennis star "over-rated" and a "has-been." He apologised privately to Djokovic's camp and said he …

Elon Musk's swipe at legacy media after Djokovic posts video, tennis star concurs
2 months, 1 week ago

Elon Musk's swipe at legacy media after Djokovic posts video, tennis star concurs

India Today  

Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic concurred with X-founder Elon Musk's comments on "legacy media" following the controversy that the star faced during his Australian Open round 4 clash, by the in-match broadcaster. Despite his victory at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Djokovic declined an on-court post-match interview, accusing Australian broadcaster Tony Jones of disrespecting Serbian tennis fans and making …

Novak Djokovic: Australian broadcaster apologizes to 24-time grand slam singles champion ‘for any disrespect’ during on-air comments
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic: Australian broadcaster apologizes to 24-time grand slam singles champion ‘for any disrespect’ during on-air comments

CNN  

CNN — Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologized to Novak Djokovic for comments he says were intended to be “banter” and “humor.” Jones, a veteran sports presenter on Australia’s Channel 9, taunted a group of Djokovic fans at the Australian Open during a live broadcast on Friday, chanting: “Novak, he’s overrated, Novak’s a has-been, Novak, kick him out.” He then …

Australian TV host apologises to Djokovic over ‘offensive, racist’ jibe
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian TV host apologises to Djokovic over ‘offensive, racist’ jibe

Al Jazeera  

The tennis great refused an on-court interview following the ‘insulting and offensive’ comments made towards him and Serbian fans by Tony Jones. Afterwards he said it was in protest at Tony Jones, a top sports presenter with host broadcaster Channel Nine, who he accused of “insulting and offensive comments” towards him and Serbian fans. “It’s way better just to talk …

Novak Djokovic-Tony Jones drama sours a declining relationship for the great Australian Open champion
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic-Tony Jones drama sours a declining relationship for the great Australian Open champion

ABC  

Headlines are never far away from being written whenever Novak Djokovic contests the Australian Open. During the trophy presentation after winning his first major at Melbourne Park in 2008, Djokovic put noses out of joint when he claimed the crowd wanted his opponent Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to "win more". It attracted a backlash from an Australian public in the grips of …

Tony Jones finally makes a public apology for mocking Novak Djokovic and claims he said sorry to the Serbian star BEFORE his stunning Australian Open boycott
2 months, 1 week ago

Tony Jones finally makes a public apology for mocking Novak Djokovic and claims he said sorry to the Serbian star BEFORE his stunning Australian Open boycott

Daily Mail  

Veteran Channel Nine sports anchor Tony Jones has apologised to Novak Djokovic after the Serbian tennis star took offence to comments made to his fans at the Australian Open. Djokovic had vowed to boycott Channel Nine interviews at the Australian Open until he received an apology for comments made by sports anchor Tony Jones, which he found offensive. Jones has …

Why Djokovic boycotted on-court interview at Australian Open 2025 on Sunday?
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Why Djokovic boycotted on-court interview at Australian Open 2025 on Sunday?

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has called for an apology from Australia’s Channel 9 and Tony Jones, accusing the broadcaster of ‘insulting’ him and ‘mocking’ Serbian fans. Novak Djokovic has demanded an apology from Channel 9 and broadcaster Tony Jones for “insulting” him and making a “mockery of Serbian fans” as he skipped the customary post-match TV interview at the Australian Open 2025 …

Novak Djokovic seeks apology from Australian Open’s local TV network. Here’s why
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic seeks apology from Australian Open’s local TV network. Here’s why

Live Mint  

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has declined to do a customary post-match TV interview at the Australian Open after his win Sunday night as a protest for comments made on air by someone who works for the official broadcaster of the tournament in the host country, reported news agency PTI. Though Djokovic did not name Jones, but said a "famous sports …

Djokovic boycotts Australian Open interview, demands apology for ‘insults’ and ‘mockery of Serbian fans’
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic boycotts Australian Open interview, demands apology for ‘insults’ and ‘mockery of Serbian fans’

Hindustan Times  

Despite sealing a win in his fourth round Australian Open 2025 clash, Novak Djokovic had a frustrating outing at the Rod Laver Arena The Serbian will now face Carlos Alcaraz in their blockbuster quarter-final clash, in his attempt at a record-extending 11th Grand Slam title in Melbourne. 7 stated that he would resume interviews at the Australian Open, only after …

Australian Open: Djokovic reaches AO 2025 quarterfinals, seeks apology from broadcaster
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Djokovic reaches AO 2025 quarterfinals, seeks apology from broadcaster

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic trampled all over Czech 24th seed Jiri Lehecka to seal a 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 win on Sunday and book a blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarterfinals before snubbing the Grand Slam’s official broadcaster. He did a post-match interview with Eurosport and addressed the topic later in his press conference saying that Tony Jones, who …

Broadcaster apologizes after Novak Djokovic refuses post-match TV interview at the Australian Open
2 months, 1 week ago

Broadcaster apologizes after Novak Djokovic refuses post-match TV interview at the Australian Open

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — The host broadcaster has apologized after Novak Djokovic declined to do a customary post-match on court interview at the Australian Open Sunday to protest comments made on air by someone who works for the TV network. Djokovic, a 37-year-old from Serbia, did not name Jones, but said a “famous sports journalist who works for official broadcaster, Channel …

Novak Djokovic refuses post-match interview at the Australian Open and storms off court as he lashes out at Channel Nine
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic refuses post-match interview at the Australian Open and storms off court as he lashes out at Channel Nine

Daily Mail  

Novak Djokovic has launched a boycott of on-court interviews at the Australian Open until he receives an apology from host broadcaster Channel 9 over a segment which he says: ‘Made a mockery of Serbian fans and also made insulting and offensive comments towards me’. ‘Welcome back to Melbourne Park, where you can see the Novak Djokovic fans, they’re in full …

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career

Daily Mail  

A smattering of boos rang out around the Rod Laver Arena on Sunday afternoon, after Novak Djokovic appeared to snub a post-match interview following his straight-sets victory against Jiri Lehecka. Novak Djokovic did not do a post-match interview after his win at Australian Open. Jones then began his broadcast, stating: 'Welcome back to Melbourne Park where you can see the …

Djokovic explains interview boycott: A broadcaster insulted me, Serbian fans
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic explains interview boycott: A broadcaster insulted me, Serbian fans

India Today  

Novak Djokovic explained his decision not to do the customary on-court interview after his fourth-round win at the Australian Open 2025, accusing a 'famous sports journalist' of insulting him and Serbian fans during a live broadcast on Channel 9, the tournament’s official broadcaster. Djokovic clarified that he would continue to avoid speaking with Channel 9 broadcasters at Melbourne Park until …

Australian Open: Djokovic refuses on-court interview, baffles pundits and fans
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2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Djokovic refuses on-court interview, baffles pundits and fans

India Today  

Novak Djokovic refused to speak to the legendary Jim Courier, shunning the customary on-court interview after his fourth-round win at Australian Open 2025. | Australian Open: Full Coverage | Djokovic explained later that he boycotted the on-court interview in response to a sports journalist's "insulting comments" about him and Serbian fans last week. The Melbourne crowd booed Djokovic after he …

Novak Djokovic walks out of Australian Open presser after question on 'poisoning' claim: 'If you want more info...'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic walks out of Australian Open presser after question on 'poisoning' claim: 'If you want more info...'

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic has declined to elaborate on his recent claim that he was "poisoned" during his controversial deportation saga in Australia ahead of the 2022 Australian Open. Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during a press conference ahead of the Australian Open However, when asked about it during a press conference at the Australian Open this year, Djokovic made it clear that …

Cameron Norrie: British tennis player apologizes after accidentally hitting fan with racket
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cameron Norrie: British tennis player apologizes after accidentally hitting fan with racket

CNN  

CNN — British tennis player Cameron Norrie has apologized after throwing his racket and accidentally striking a spectator during a 6-2, 6-3 loss to Facundo Díaz Acosta at the Auckland Classic. 8 tossed his racket backwards in frustration having netted to put Díaz Acosta on match point, causing a spectator to have to raise her hands to stop it from …

Novak Djokovic apologises to Chinese fans following brutal airport gaffe which left them devastated - after waiting five years for him to return for Shanghai Open
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic apologises to Chinese fans following brutal airport gaffe which left them devastated - after waiting five years for him to return for Shanghai Open

Daily Mail  

Novak Djokovic has apologised to fans in China after he accidentally swerved them on his airport arrival in Shanghai. Supporters had been waiting five years for the world No 4 to return to China, where he has been popular ever since he spoke fluent Mandarin for his 2018 Shanghai Masters winner's speech. Novak Djokovic apologised to fans in China after …

Novak Djokovic's classy tribute to Andy Murray was a fitting way for their rivalry to come to an end, writes IAN HERBERT... the Serb played a small but significant part in the Team GB star's Olympic f
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic's classy tribute to Andy Murray was a fitting way for their rivalry to come to an end, writes IAN HERBERT... the Serb played a small but significant part in the Team GB star's Olympic f

Daily Mail  

Somehow, it felt as if the theatre of Andy Murray’s last goodbye was divinely ordained. As fate would have it, ten minutes or so before Murray arrived in the mixed zone in the back corridors of Roland Garros, Novak Djokovic walked through that place. The last match of Andy Murray's glittering tennis career ended in defeat in Paris on Thursday …

Watch: Novak Djokovic walks out of interview after crowd 'disrespect' controversy
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic walks out of interview after crowd 'disrespect' controversy

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic blasted Wimbledon fans and accused them of “disrespect” in an on-court tirade Novak Djokovic abruptly ended a television interview on Monday after becoming agitated with a reporter’s persistent questioning about the Wimbledon crowd controversy. Djokovic, visibly upset early in the interview, fielded repeated inquiries about his reaction to the Centre Court crowd following his fourth round match against …

Three instances where Novak Djokovic lost his cool on a tennis court
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Three instances where Novak Djokovic lost his cool on a tennis court

The Hindu  

From being disqualified from the US Open for injuring a lineswoman to flinging a racket at the crowd Novak Djokovic has had his fair share of meltdowns on court during his storied career. Here are three instances of Djokovic losing his cool on the tennis court: ‘Ruuune’ chants trigger Djokovic Novak Djokovic cruised through to the quarterfinals of Wimbledon 2024 …

Novak Djokovic's mindset shifted when he refused to be vaccinated. And Wimbledon 'booing' row is the latest sign he's given up on being loved in tennis, writes MATTHEW LAMBERT
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic's mindset shifted when he refused to be vaccinated. And Wimbledon 'booing' row is the latest sign he's given up on being loved in tennis, writes MATTHEW LAMBERT

Daily Mail  

When a special guest walked out on to Centre Court to interview Andy Murray during his farewell, for one ghastly moment I thought the greatest heresy was being committed on Centre Court since Cliff Richard sang during that rain delay. To my ears this was no different to what happened during Novak Djokovic's fourth-round match with Holger Rune on Monday …

Novak Djokovic uses Wimbledon crowd’s ‘disrespect’ as fuel as he moves closer to another title
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic uses Wimbledon crowd’s ‘disrespect’ as fuel as he moves closer to another title

Associated Press  

LONDON — Novak Djokovic is just one example of a superstar athlete who manages to find motivation wherever possible. “You guys can’t touch me.” It’s not the first time Djokovic was riled up by spectators cheering against him — he famously described pretending chants of “Roger! So you use whatever you can use.” As 2003 Wimbledon runner-up Mark Philippoussis described …

Novak Djokovic hits out at ‘disrespectful’ Wimbledon crowd with theory on Holger Rune chants
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic hits out at ‘disrespectful’ Wimbledon crowd with theory on Holger Rune chants

The Independent  

Novak Djokovic has hit out at “disrespectful” fans on Centre Court at Wimbledon during his straight-sets win over Holger Rune. I hit the practice courts tomorrow and analyse this match.” open image in gallery Novak Djokovic addresses the Wimbledon crowd after beating Holger Rune Nick Kyrgios, the 2022 finalist and friend of Djokovic, disagreed with Djokovic’s theory on the chants, …

‘You can’t touch me': Novak Djokovic explodes against fans' ‘disrespect’ after reaching Wimbledon quarterfinal
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘You can’t touch me': Novak Djokovic explodes against fans' ‘disrespect’ after reaching Wimbledon quarterfinal

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic called out the "disrespectful" Wimbledon crowd on Centre Court and refused to accept that the spectators were cheering for his opponent Holger Rune after the Serb beat world No. Winner Serbia's Novak Djokovic speaks during an interview and reacts to the behaviour of the crowd at the end of his Wimbledon singles match against Denmark's Holger Rune After …

Novak Djokovic gets into it with Wimbledon fans after reaching the quarterfinals
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic gets into it with Wimbledon fans after reaching the quarterfinals

Associated Press  

LONDON — Maybe the Centre Court spectators were saluting Novak Djokovic’s opponent by saying his name. Rune’s supporters at various tournaments often will stretch out his last name, saying, “Ruuuuuune!” — which sounds rather similar to “Boooooo!” — and that happened again Monday. Very gooooood night,” he said, stretching out the “Os” in “good” so they sounded like “boo.” The …

Novak Djokovic tells British fans to ‘shut up’ and show ‘respect’ in Davis Cup outburst
1 year, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic tells British fans to ‘shut up’ and show ‘respect’ in Davis Cup outburst

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Djokovic breaks silence on missing US Open last year, drops 'disrespectful' remark as potential Alcaraz final fuels
1 year, 7 months ago

Djokovic breaks silence on missing US Open last year, drops 'disrespectful' remark as potential Alcaraz final fuels

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic is back in the United States, and back in New York for the first time in two years. The Serb had missed the tournament last year as he was not allowed to enter the country owing to the government's restriction of the entry of unvaccinated foreigners. However, the 36-year-old, who made a thumping return to the U.S with …

Novak Djokovic driven by ‘drama’ as Kosovo message fall-out continues
1 year, 9 months ago

Novak Djokovic driven by ‘drama’ as Kosovo message fall-out continues

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The French …

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open
1 year, 9 months ago

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic has drawn criticism from Kosovo's tennis federation — but not from French Open organisers — after offering his thoughts on clashes in northern Kosovo between ethnic Serbs and police and NATO peacekeepers. Kosovo's tennis federation said Tuesday that Djokovic's comments were "deplorable" because he was stoking tensions between Serbia and Kosovo. NATO said on Tuesday it will send …

Kosovan Olympic Committee calls for disciplinary action against Novak Djokovic
1 year, 9 months ago

Kosovan Olympic Committee calls for disciplinary action against Novak Djokovic

CNN  

CNN — The Kosovan Olympic Committee has called for the International Olympic Committee and International Tennis Federation to take disciplinary action against Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic. In a letter written by KOC President Ismet Krasniqi and addressed to the IOC, the KOC said Djokovic’s message “breached the fundamental principle of the IOC charter on the point of political neutrality …

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open
1 year, 9 months ago

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic has drawn criticism from Kosovo’s tennis federation — but not from French Open organizers — after offering his thoughts on clashes in northern Kosovo between ethnic Serbs and police and NATO peacekeepers. Stop the violence.” Kosovo’s tennis federation said Tuesday that Djokovic’s comments were “deplorable” because he was stoking tensions between Serbia and Kosovo. NATO said …

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