Novak Djokovic threw his Australian Open hopes into doubt at the start of the month after withdrawing from a warm-up event. The 38-year-old tennis great pulled out of the Adelaide International,

Novak Djokovic showed he has a sense of humour after his hilarious reaction to a Roger Federer- inspired heckle that interrupted him while playing. The 24-time Grand Slam champion was facing Frances Tiafoe in a charity exhibition match in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic returns to Melbourne Park looking to roll back the apparently inexorable tide of the "Sincaraz" era and produce an Australian Open triumph that would establish him as the most successful Grand Slam champion of all time.

The development comes days after Novak Djokovic withdrew from the Adelaide International, citing a lack of acclimatisation. | Tennis News

Doubts are surrounding Novak Djokovic's fitness heading into this year's Australian Open after the 10-time champ reportedly had trouble with his neck in a practice session. Djokovic has not taken part in any of the lead-up tournaments to the Australian Open with the 38-year-old working his own way into the grand slam.

The only ATP top 8 player we have yet to see on a tennis court in 2026, whether in official competition or exhibition, is none other than Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic will celebrate his 21st Australian Open in 2026. Melbourne Park has played a huge role in shaping his career — including the spark that ignited his charge into tennis history.

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