Novak Djokovic eases past Holger Rune, quarters line-up confirmed

Jul 9, 2024 12:02 PM, 13 news, 3 views

Novak Djokovic has accused Wimbledon fans of ‘disrespect’ after claiming he was booed during his commanding win over Holger Rune on Monday.

The 37-year-old Serbian, a seven-time Wimbledon champion, was seen pursing his lips towards the Centre Court crowd after clinching a tight second set against the 21-year-old Danish player. Djokovic ultimately secured a straight-sets victory, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2, to advance to the quarter-finals.

Following his win, Djokovic gave a pointed courtside interview: “To all the fans that have respect and stayed here late tonight, thank you very much from the bottom of my heart - I appreciate it,” he said.

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“ He’s driven, one of the best players in the world and I’ve seen it time and time again, the crowd try to poke the bear and that’s not what you want to do against Novak. He loves it. I try not to poke…

Nick Kyrgios, 5 months

Novak Djokovic slams Wimbledon fans for ‘disrespect’ amid victory over…

“ To all those people that have chosen to disrespect the player, in this case me, have a goooooood night! Goooooood night! Goooooood night!

Novak Djokovic, 5 months

Watch: Djokovic's on-court rant against 'disrespectful' fans goes…

“ I don't accept that, no, no, no. I know there they were cheering for Rune but that's an excuse to also boo. Listen, I've been on the tour for more than 20 years. So trust me, I know all the tricks. I…

Novak Djokovic, 5 months

Watch: Djokovic's on-court rant against 'disrespectful' fans goes…

“ I focus on respectful people that have respect that paid the ticket to come and watch tonight and love tennis and appreciate the players and the effort they put in. I have played in much more hostile…

Novak Djokovic, 5 months