Djokovic set the record for most Grand Slam matches played in the Open Era by any player with 430, surpassing Roger Federer. With his family in the stands for the latest notable feat, the Belgrade native was invited to talk about his waves together a few days earlier.
“I was more of a moral and physical support to my children and my wife. They were the ones surfing. I didn’t want to take a risk, to be honest,” Djokovic shared. “Hopefully I’ll go further in the tournament and after I’m done maybe I’ll give it a try. »
For a return to the second week of Down Under, the 10-time winner faces Tomas Machac, 26th seed, here. The Czech edged out Reilly Opelka, who eliminated Djokovic at the Brisbane International, with a 3-6, 7-6 (1), 6-7 (5), 7-6 (4), 6-4 victory.
