Australian Open: Novak Djokovic explains post-match interview boycott after leaving court to boos

Sunday 19 January 2025 19:17, UK

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Novak Djokovic explained he will boycott on-court interviews at the Australian Open until he receives an apology from the Australian tv network Channel Nine, as he claims its reporter ‘mocked’ Serbia fans.

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