The Serbian was beaten by De Minaur in the United Cup and needed medical help several times: “The more I play, the more it hurts.”
2024 did not start in the best way for Novak Djokovic. It is number one in the world He came out to play in Perth for the United Cup with problems with his right wrist and lost, under no circumstances, to Alex De Minaur in straight sets.
Two lost serves, one in each set and even an unexpected double fault helped De Minaur win against the Serbian 6-4, 6-4. and left Australia one step away from reaching the semifinals of the mixed team competition. For Djokovic, The competition served as preparation for the Australian Open but also as a warning. The world number one had to be treated for problems with his right wrist.
“The more I play, the more it hurts“Djokovic was heard to inform the organization’s physiotherapist of every change, while he was being treated. The assist was of little use and De Minaur handed the Serbian his first defeat of 2024.
Djokovic, with his mind on the Australian Open
Beyond the loss in Perth, the truth is that Novak Djokovic is focused on what will be the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the year. The Serbian will be looking to recover before the tournament beginsagreed for January 14, where he will defend the champion’s crown.
before that, On January 11 he will play an exhibition at the Rod Laver Arena with Stefanos Tsitsipasan event that will also have charitable goals.
Source: Tycsports
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