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Novak Djokovic to receive apology from Tony Jones or Channel 9 by end of Australian Open 2025?
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Novak Djokovic•Australian Open•Tony Jones•Djokovic•Jiri Lehecka•Jones•Serbian•Jim Courier•Australian•Carlos Alcaraz•Craig Tiley•Tennis Australia
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Novak Djokovic Refuses Australian Open Interviews Over Tony Jones' Comments, to Face Carlos Alcaraz
Jan 19, 2025, 03:59 PM
Novak Djokovic has declined to participate in on-court interviews at the Australian Open following comments made by Tony Jones, a sports journalist from the tournament's official broadcaster, Channel 9. Djokovic, who advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Jiri Lehecka, expressed his discontent with Jones for making 'insulting and offensive' remarks about him and Serbian fans. He stated that he would not conduct interviews with Channel 9 until an apology is issued by both Jones and the network. Djokovic clarified that his refusal to speak was not directed at former player and interviewer Jim Courier or the Australian public, but solely at Channel 9. He also mentioned his willingness to accept any fines for not participating in the on-court interviews, emphasizing the necessity of his stance. Djokovic is set to face Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. He has discussed the issue with Craig Tiley, the CEO of Tennis Australia, to ensure his position is understood.
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