In his post-match interview, Zverev was strongly critical of the crowd: 'You got to understand Novak Djokovic is someone who has given to the sport over the past 20 years, absolutely everything of his

Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing a gruelling first set of his Australian Open semifinal to Alexander Zverev, leaving his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam crown in tatters on Friday. The 37-year-old Serbian great’s upper left leg was again heavily taped after he hurt it in the quarter-finals and he called time after going down 7-6 (7/5).

The 37-year-old Serb retired from his Australian Open semifinal with Alexander Zverev after losing the first set 7-6 (5). Some of the crowd booed after Djokovic netted a forehand on set point and then walked to the shake hands with embrace Zverev.

Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing the first set 7 6(5) against Alex Zverev on Friday to put the German through to his first Australian Open final.

Novak Djokovic, 37, pulled off another jaw-dropping comeback to defeat 21-year-old Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final, securing his spot in the

Djokovic is looking for an 11th title at Melbourne Park and a record 25th Grand Slam crown. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Novak Djokovic has upset the odds to defeat former World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open as the Serbian icon chases a remarkable 25th Grand Slam title

The 37-year-old Serbian great's upper left leg was again heavily taped after he hurt it in the quarter-finals and he called time after going down 7-6 (7/5).

Follow live text and radio commentary featuring Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic from the Australian Open semi-finals in Melbourne.

Alexander Zverev advanced to the Australian Open 2025 final after Novak Djokovic retired during the semifinal match at the Rod Laver Arena on Friday.

Alexander Zverev will face the winner of Sinner vs Shelton (second semi-final) in the final of the Australian Open 2025, scheduled on Sunday.