Australia’s Channel Nine Apologizes To Tennis Champ Novak Djovokic After Presenter’s “Has-Been” Comments

Novak Djovokic has received an apology from Australia's Channel Nine over presenter comments made by presenter Toby Jones.

January 20, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Erik White

Djovokic had boycotted an on-court interview after his third-round victory at theAustralian Openin Melbourne this week.

And as I stand here now, I stand by that apology to Novak.

I do apologise if he felt that I disrespected him.

Novak Djokovic talks after fourth round match at the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park

Novak Djokovic at the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne ParkCameron Spencer/Getty Images

Novak acknowledges the apology has been given in public as requested, a statement read.

He is is now moving on and focusing on his next match.