Novak Djokovic’s coach finally reveals the truth behind his mystery ‘illness’ following claims he was unwell before losing to Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open
Novak Djokovic‘s coach Goran Ivanisevic has addressed claims that the record Grand Slam champion was hampered by an illness during his Australian Open semi-final defeat to Jannik Sinner.
The Serbian was uncharacteristically of colour against the eventual champion in Melbourne last month, winning only four games in the first two sets before rallying in the third.
Djokovic’s dreams of a stunning comeback – and ambitions of claiming an 11th title at the tournament – were dashed by the young Italian, who wrapped things up 6-3 in the fourth.
The 36-year-old admitted it was ‘one of the worst Grand Slam matches’ he had ever played, while rumours swirled in the Serbian press of a fever that had hindered his play.
However, Ivanisevic has denied reports of Djokovic being unwell and insisted that the world No 1, who had never lost an Australian Open semi-final, had to taste defeat eventually.
