Novak Djokovic declined to be interviewed after his Australian Open match on Sunday due to some remarks a tv host made towards Serbian followers, and the host has now issued a public apology.
Following his win over Jiri Lehecka within the fourth spherical at Melbourne Park, Djokovic refused to conduct an on-court interview with Jim Courier of Channel 9. Djokovic as a substitute borrowed the microphone from Courier and thanked the followers in attendance for his or her assist earlier than strolling off.
“Thanks very a lot for being right here tonight. I recognize your presence and assist, and I’ll see you subsequent spherical. Thanks very a lot,” Djokovic mentioned.