“Correct Decision”: Tennis Legend Approves Decision to Disqualify Novak Djokovic From US Open 2020
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World No.1 Novak Djokovic had to exit the US Open 2020 in an unusual way. The USTA defaulted the Serb after he unintentionally smacked a ball onto the throat of a lineswoman.
Djokovic was playing Pablo Carreno Busta in the 4th round of the US Open. The Serbian was broken at 5-5, effectively giving Carreno Busta a chance to serve for the set. In a fit of frustration, Djokovic hit a spare ball too hard which went and hit the line judge.
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Greg Rusedski insists Novak Djokovic should have taken responsibility for his actions
Former British No.1 and Grand Slam finalist, Greg Rusedski, was in favor of the decision taken against Djokovic. He also slammed Novak for not taking responsibility for his actions by missing the press conference.
“Unbelievable that @DjokerNole has been defaulted. This was the correct decision under the rules regardless of intent or not. Novak should have stayed for the press conference & apologize. We must take responsibility for our actions no matter how difficult the situation is,” Rusedski tweeted.
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Djokovic displayed visible frustration throughout the short-lived match. At 5-4, Djokovic had 3 set points on Carreno Busta’s serve. However, he failed to convert any of them.
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Subsequently, Novak showed his frustration by slamming a spare ball on the side of the court. In the next game – Djokovic was broken – further escalating his frustration.
This was the straw that finally broke the camel’s back. Djokovic took out another ball and the darkest chapter of his career unfolded.
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After the incident, the US Open match referee, supervisor, and the chair umpire had a lengthy discussion regarding the issue. Later, Djokovic pleaded his innocence but it didn’t budge the referee. Ultimately, he decided to default the Serbian after discussions with the supervisor and the chair umpire.