Tensions, tension, and tensions! The Australian Open quarter-final between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz is not like any normal battle. While looking to successfully clinch his 11th title, the Serbian came into the tournament with high hopes. However, it seems that apart from securing the win, he has other things to look out for as well.
During the high-voltage battle, the Serbian, who was already suffering from cold and breathing problems had a moment of pure frustration as she went ahead and screamed at his own team. Their response was nothing short of that of the Djoker. While the Serbian lashed out words at his team, he got a taste of his own medicine from his team as well
Novak Djokovic and his coach get into an ugly war of words at the Australian Open
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During a high-voltage clash between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz, there came a moment when fans saw the Serbian engage in a war of words. However, it was not with his opponent, or his opponent’s team, rather, it was his own team. It all happened when during a changeover, the Serbian waved at his team but they did not pay any attention to this. This sparked some furious reactions from the Serb.
Novak Djokovic is upset with his team at the changeover.
He was having a hard time getting their attention.
Patrick McEnroe commentating: “You had one job!” 😂
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) January 23, 2024
In response to this, the team, in particular, his coach did not seem to have liked his behaviour who then went ahead and spelt out some words to the Djoker.
Djokovic's box is agitated. Goran screaming to Nole as well.
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) January 23, 2024
From what the reports can confirm, it is assumed that the coach first told him to open his pelvis wide. However, the Djoker at hat time did not want to listen to any advice from his coaching staff and focused on his gameplay while winning the first set.
@Eurosport_IT #eurosporttennis
Ivanisevic ha detto prima: “ digli di aprire bene il bacino”. Djokovic non voleva consigli da Goran in quel momento…
— Arman 94 (@Arman0511Gorgo) January 23, 2024
Thus, the Serbian and his coach Goran Ivanisevic got into a heavy war of words with each other. While the Serbian felt that his actions have been ignored, his coach went ahead and lashed him as well.
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As it seems, it hasn’t been a good day for the Djoker at the office at all. While the Serbian has been battling a tough war of words with his team, he has also been battling some personal problems from within.
Djokovic suffers from some breathing problems and a cold at the Australian Open
Coming into the Australian Open, the Serbian suffered from some cold that has been there with him since the start. Adding to this, he also struggled with some breathing problems while playing his match. However, these problems have not impacted his gameplay so far and he has managed to comfortably make his way into the further rounds.
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But, with so much happening in just one day, could it be possible that it could impact Djoker’s performance in the quarters? What are your thoughts on this? Do let us know in the comments below!
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