Novak Djokovic has called for tennis to become more of an entertainment spectacle - and the world's richest tennis player has jumped to his defense.

Novak Djokovic has copped criticism for his comments suggesting tennis should be more like the NBA and NFL - and the world's richest tennis player has had her say

After calling for change at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic's comments have attracted a response from the world's richest tennis player

Alcaraz and Djokovic are highlight reels and attention magnets. When they play each other, every ounce of energy is on the task at hand

More remarkably: Djokovic has now advanced to his fiftieth major semifinal, after beating Alcaraz in a grueling four-set match that went to about 1:00 am local time in Melbourne. That number sets yet another Djokovic record in men’s tennis, further cementing the athlete’s legendary status.

In the Australian Open quarter-finals, Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4, reinforcing his elite status. However, the match was marred by controversy, including allegations of being overrated and his team's conduct during the game.

Novak Djokovic has described his 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open as "one of the most epic matches" he has ever played.