Why Novak Djokovic snubbed Australian Open post-match interview as he demands 'public apology'

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Novak Djokovic has revealed he refused to do a post-match TV interview at the Australian Open after being disrespected by an Aussie broadcaster.The 24-time Grand Slam champion has demanded an apology from Channel 9 journalist Tony Jones, who ridiculed the tennis superstar in front of Serbian fans at Melbourne Park.

A clip that has gone viral on social media shows Jones gesturing towards the crowd and taunting: "Novak, he's overrated, Novak's a has-been, Novak kick him out."And after beating Jiri Lehecka in straight sets, Djokovic opted against speaking to four-time Grand Slam champion Jim Courier.

Instead, the 37-year-old opted to take the mic to tell the Melbourne Park crowd: "Thank you for being here tonight, I appreciate your presence and support and I'll see you in the next round."Now, after setting up a blockbuster quarter-final with Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic explained his reasons by saying: "I would like to just clarify the reason why the interview was not conducted on the court, the post-match interview, like it's a common, usual practice.

Couple days ago the famous sports journalist who works for official broadcaster, Channel 9 here in Australia, made a mockery of Serbian fans and also made insulting and offensive comments towards me."And since then, he chose not to issue any public apology.