Novak Djokovic said he “loved” Danielle Collins’ reaction to a hostile home crowd at the Australian Open, adding that he was now a “big fan” of the American. After beating home favourite Destanee Aiava on a raucous Kia Arena,

Novak Djokovic has backed Danielle Collins for her cheeky response to hostile fans at the Australian Open and said the sport could afford to take itself a little less seriously.

Novak Djokovic has had his say after Danielle Collins caused controversy with her antics at the Australian Open. The American star riled up the fans after beating Destanee Aiava on Thursday, gesturing to kiss her bottom and reminding them that she was taking a “big fat pay cheque”.

Novak Djokovic has thrown his support behind Danielle Collins and her reaction to the hostile Australian Open crowd after having his own running battle with fans on Friday night. The 24-time major winner booked his spot in the fourth round at Melbourne Park after a comfortable 6-1 6-4 6-4 win over Tomas Machac on Rod Laver Arena that he described as his best display of the tournament so far.

Novak Djokovic has leapt to the defence of Australian Open villain Danielle Collins as crowd behaviour continues to cause issues at Melbourne Park. The 10-time champion battled a heckler, berated technology,

We can have a drink, though. Maybe you had a few already. Him and I were going back and forth for quite awhile.”

Novak Djokovic supports Danielle Collins for her assertive response to hecklers at the Australian Open, reflecting a trend where tennis players engage more with vocal spectators. Both athletes demonstrate how tennis is evolving,

The Serb had suggested that dancers could be brought on court during breaks to appeal to a new 21st-century generation. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Novak Djokovic's prediction that Alex de Minaur was primed for "great things" at the Australian Open has been vindicated after the local hope came through a tense third round clash on Saturday. De Minaur's hopes of going on a deep run at Melbourne Park are still alive after the 25-year-old came from behind to defeat Argentina's World No.

Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic has thrown his support behind Danielle Collins in her battle with Aussie crowds. Collins had several controversial interactions with the fans during her second-round win over Destanee Aiava,

Danielle Collins defeats Australia's Destanee Aiava, responding to boos from the crowd with bold comments, while. Novak Djokovic defends her humor.