World No. 1 Sinner expressed his hopes for Djokovic’s quick recovery after the Serbian player was forced to retire injured during the Australian Open semifinal.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner mentioned he didn’t watch the conclusion of the first semifinal in real-time but conveyed his worry for Novak Djokovic, as the Serbian player had to withdraw injured against Alexander Zverev. Sinner triumphed over Ben Shelton in the day’s second semifinal, preparing for a championship match against world No. 2 Zverev.
I was getting warmed up. I didn’t witness it in real time. “I realized later how it occurred,” Sinner mentioned during the press conference. “It’s truly regrettable to witness such occurrences, particularly in the semifinals of Grand Slams.” However, if Novak steps down, it indicates that he is facing significant problems. He has triumphed here before despite facing some physical challenges, and he consistently attempted to give his best effort. He has contributed a great deal to this sport throughout his career. It’s sad to witness. I hope he recovers quickly.
I attempted to recover for today’s game, but I could only go so far. Nonetheless, there are positives to gain from this year’s Aus Open. Kudos to Zverev for reaching another Grand Slam final. “I hope you claim the title as you truly deserve it, my friend,” Djokovic shared on his social media.
Sinner has become the youngest player since Jim Courier in 1992-93 to advance to consecutive finals at the Australian Open. Courier was the one who carried out the post-match interview with Sinner on Friday.
Earlier in the day, during his post-match interview with Courier, Zverev criticized parts of the audience for booing Djokovic, who has excelled in this year’s first Grand Slam after securing his initial title at Melbourne Park in 2008. “The main point I want to express is, please everyone, don’t boo a player when he leaves due to injury,” Zverev stated. “I understand that everyone purchased tickets and everyone is eager to witness what we hope will be an exciting five-set match.” However, Novak Djokovic is an individual who has dedicated his entire life to this sport for the last 20 years. He has triumphed in this tournament with an abdominal tear, triumphed in this tournament with a hamstring injury. “Therefore, kindly demonstrate some respect.”
On Friday, Zverev expressed his surprise at Djokovic’s retirement, but he observed that the Serb’s movement had declined during the tiebreak. “I believed it was an impressive first set,” the world No 2 remarked. “Naturally, there are a few challenges… during the tiebreak, he wasn’t moving.” “I did notice him struggle somewhat more.”
