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Australia and Novak Djokovic have a special connection. Over the years, the Serbian has not only managed to win tournaments but has also managed to make new records and stun everyone. Coming this year, he was looking ahead to continue his winning streak and carry forward his legacy. However, something unexpected happened.

His hopes of making a sensational return to Australia have been dealt a heavy blow. A video shared from the set of the United Cup suggested that the Serbian has dealt with an injury on his wrist. This has raised speculations over his participation in the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic suffers an injury before his match in Australia

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In a recent revelation, top-ranked Novak Djokovic faced a tough moment before his match against Jiri Lehecka in Perth when his right wrist started bothering him during practice. This happened while he was just practising. In the video shared, it can be seen that his team is right to the rescue helping him out and making sure that he is alright.

However, despite this unexpected issue, Djokovic chose to play, showing his determination to push through the challenge. This worrying injury scare has now made people wonder if he’ll be fully ready for the Australian Open, where he’s aiming to win yet again. Fans all around are eagerly watching to see how Djokovic handles this obstacle before the big tournament.

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However, during his match against Lehecka, the Serbian player was seen in some trouble as he was seen with some extra medical care during his match.

Djokovic plays his match despite injury but gets the treatment done midway match

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Despite the injury scare, Novak Djokovic did not quit and came ahead to play his match against Jiri Lehecka in the United Cup. But this did not the way he would have thought of. Midway during the match,the Serbian required some medical help and was seen in some pain as he played his match.

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Thus, Novak Djokovic, who will be coming to the Australian Open to defend his title was dealt with a heavy blow as he suffered an injury on the wrist. While further developments are yet to be made, it will be exciting to see ho things unfold. Will the Serb really bow out of the tournament or is it nothing much to worry about.

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