There is a lot of controversy around Novak Djokovic not doing an on-court interview after defeating Jiri Lehecka in the round of sixteen at the Australian Open. Unlike in normal circumstances, where he would be interviewed by Channel 9 presenter Jim Courier,

World's richest billionaire Elon Musk has encouraged Novak Djokovic to communicate directly with the public rather than through media, following a disrespectful mockery directed at him during an interview at the Australian Open.

The former world No. 1's media boycott has made global headlines, and everyone from Nick Kyrgios to the prime minister of Australia has a take.

Billionaire and the Australian prime minister wade into controversy over remarks from Channel 9’s anchorman towards the Serb

At the end of his match against Jiri Lehecka in the round of 16 of the 2025 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic skipped the traditional interview with Jim Courier for Channel 9. The former world No.1 had some problems with the Australian crowd during the challenge against the Czech player, but that was not the reason for his strange choice.

Tennis star Novak Djokovic refused to talk to the Australian Open's official network over remarks a journalist made about the Serbian during the tournament.

Novak Djokovic recently made headlines after skipping his post-match on-court interview at the Australian Open because of comments made by commentator Tony Jones.

World's richest man Elon Musk has advised tennis legend Novak Djokovic to speak to the public directly after the Serbian star declined a post-match interview during the Australian Open 2025

Novak Djokovic had refused to give the post-match interview with the broadcasters after his Round of 16 victory over Jiri Lehecka in the Australian Open after accusing a presenter with the official broadcaster of making a “mockery of Serbian fans” and also for “insulting” him.

Channel 9 host Tony Jones has issued a full apology to Novak Djokovic which the Serbian star has acknowledged.

Former world No 1 Novak Djokovic's media boycott has made global headlines, and everyone from Nick Kyrgios to Elon Musk has weighed in.

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