Djokovic Boycotts Australian Open Interview Amid Controversy

Novak Djokovic skipped the traditional on-court interview following his fourth-round victory at the Australian Open, citing offensive remarks made by Channel 9 broadcaster Tony Jones. Djokovic expressed his discontent with Jones' comments that mocked Serbian fans and himself, indicating he would refrain from interviews with Channel 9 until an apology is issued. Despite winning the match against Jiri Lehecka in straight sets, Djokovic received a hostile reception from the crowd, who appeared to support his opponent. In response to this treatment, he addressed the audience briefly, thanking them for their support but chose not to engage further with Jim Courier. The incident has sparked a debate among fans and commentators, with some siding with Djokovic's decision. This win marks Djokovic's advancement to the quarterfinals, where he is set to face Carlos Alcaraz, moving closer to a potential 25th Grand Slam title.