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WATCH: Novak Djokovic exits 2025 Australian Open against Alexander Zverev amid booing crowd

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic's recent performance at the 2025 Australian Open at the Rod Laver Arena of Melbourne Park has drawn significant attention, particularly following his retirement.

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Novak Djokovic bids farewell to 2025 Australian Open

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Tennis legend Novak Djokovic's recent performance at the 2025 Australian Open at the Rod Laver Arena of Melbourne Park has drawn significant attention, particularly following his retirement from the semifinal thriller against world number two Alexander Zverev on Jan 24. This decision arrived after a grueling quarter-final clash against Carlos Alcaraz, where the Serbian legend battled through grave injuries, contemplating retirement during the game due to pain in his left leg.

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In the semifinal thriller against the world number two, Djokovic's condition did not improve, forcing him to retire from the game. However, this decision was met with a mixed reaction from the fans at the Rod Laver Arena, where some tennis fans reportedly booed him as he said goodbye to them.

Despite the negative reaction from the fans, the Serbian ace acknowledged the support of his fans in Melbourne with a thumbs-up gesture as he left the court. This incident reflects the tensions between Novak Djokovic and certain segments of the crowd at Melbourne Park, which have been visible throughout his career.

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Alexander Zverev storms into the final after Novak Djokovic retires in semi-finals

Meanwhile, Alexander Zverev storms into the final showdown after Novak Djokovic retires from the game. Earlier, Zverev thwarted Tommy Paul by 7-6, 7-6, 2-6, 6-1 in the quarter-final of the 2025 Australian Open at the Rod Laver Arena of Melbourne Park on January 21. The Germany star has made it to the finals of the first Grand Slam of the year and is now just one win away from clinching the title. The star player is set to face the winner between Ben Shelton and Jannik Sinner in the final game.

Tennis Novak Djokovic Alexander Zverev ATP Carlos Alcaraz Jannik Sinner Australian Open Ben Shelton
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