Djokovic in controversy again: clash with umpire over clock violation

Melbourne, dated 28

Serbian tennis star Djokovic again got into controversy . Leading 5-1 in the first set, Djokovic was wiping sweat with a towel as a 25-second service clock was started . He was reprimanded for a clock violation . At this stage he had a heated argument with the umpire . The audience also cheered for Djokovic . After winning the set, Djokovic gestured to the audience in response .

After the corona period, ball kids no longer keep the towels of the players. Due to this the player has to take his own towel. A 25-second shot clock was started from the moment Djokovic went for the towel. Due to this, Djokovic was stunned. Usually this clock is started immediately after the umpire calls the score.

Jokovic said to the umpire in anger that this time the ball kids are not allowed to give us towels. You started the 25 second clock before I even touched the towel. As Djokovic protested in this way, some spectators chanted slogans targeting him.

Ukraine demands ban on Djokovic's father

A picture of Djokovic's father with Russian supporters also created a lot of controversy . Ukraine wanted to ban Djokovic's father Srajdan . In a video that has gone viral on social media, Djokovic's father is seen standing with Russian supporters. One of the supporters was wearing a t-shirt written Long Live Russians . Jokovic said in defense that my father is innocent . Some people are taking advantage of their presence . They are not in support of anyone . He is just thanking the fans who attend my matches .


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