‘There Was No Bribery’- American Tennis Legend Quashes Ridiculous Fan Claims as Novak Djokovic Scripts Australian Open History
After an incredible run at the Australian Open, Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has clinched the top spot in the ATP rankings. In doing so, the 35-year-old, in his hot form, tied the record of 22 Grand Slam wins. Notably, almost everyone in the field of tennis applauds his remarkable win at Melbourne Park.
However, some are unimpressed with Djokovic’s triumph at another Grand Slam event. One of the fans recently accused the Serb of ‘cheating and bribing’ Melbourne authorities. It was his fellow ATP player, Andy Roddick, who came to defend him while shutting down the fan.
Andy Roddick backs Novak Djokovic after Australian Open win
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The former American tennis player recently took to his social media to praise ‘Djoker’ for winning his 10th Australian Open title. Andy Roddick further stated that the Serb is currently in surreal form as he has dominated some of the best players on the circuit. He also said that only the Spaniard Rafael Nadal, in his form, could have a chance to face H2H with Novak Djokovic.
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Taking note of the remarks, one of the fans accused the Serb of having “cheated” and “bribed” the Australian Minister for Immigration. The fan also claimed the 35-year-old rigged the draws for the Grand Slam event at Melbourne Park.
He claimed other tournament participants got “very tough draws” except him. The fan added, “Any title on and after 2021 means nothing, Psycho.!! Justice will be served.!! Of course, of course.!! 💪💪”
Cheat, Dope, Link. !! NDj clearly bribed the Australian Minister for Immigration. to enter the country. !! He rigged the draws. The others had difficult or very difficult draws except him. !! Any title on and after 2021 means nothing, Psycho. !! Of course, of course. !! 💪💪
— Asrani Pawan (@Asrani_Pawan12) January 30, 2023
Later, Roddick came across these “disrespectful” comments on his social media posts about Djokovic. In his blunt response, the American shut down the fan in defense of his fellow ATP star.
He said, “It’s unbalanced. Players do not tie. There was no corruption. He’s just so good. You may not like him, but you can’t take away his ability to go three sets before an opponent.
It’s unbalanced. Players do not tie. There was no corruption. He’s just so good. You may not like him, but you can’t take away his ability to go three sets before an opponent.
— andyroddick (@andyroddick) January 30, 2023
Roddick also opened up about his rivalry with Djokovic
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On the same Twitter post, another fan reminded the American of his 2008 US Open clash with the Serb. During the event, Djokovic was struggling with injury issues as he met Roddick in the semi-finals of the tournament. However, Roddick was laughed off his injury issues and further involved himself in a lot of controversies and dramas.
Later, Djokovic outclassed the former tennis player in a thrilling four-set match. Speaking of the same, Roddick said the Serb ‘kicked him a**’, after improving his fitness.
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