Summary
During an Australian Open match, tennis player Novak Djokovic hit a ball that nearly struck a nearby ball girl, risking a penalty similar to his 2020 US Open disqualification. Fortunately, the ball missed, allowing Djokovic to continue and win the match. Djokovic apologized for the incident, noting his relief that it did not result in further consequences.
Key Facts
- Novak Djokovic nearly hit a ball girl with a ball during his Australian Open match.
- This incident recalls a 2020 event where Djokovic was disqualified for a similar situation at the US Open.
- Djokovic has won 10 out of his 24 Grand Slam titles at the Australian Open.
- He acknowledged the incident, apologizing and expressing relief that it did not result in a penalty.
- If the ball had hit the girl, Djokovic might have been defaulted from the match.
- Despite the incident, Djokovic won the match in straight sets and reached his 400th Grand Slam victory.
- Djokovic is aiming for his 25th Grand Slam singles title.
- He will face Czech player Jakub Mensik in the next round.
