There will be reports to follow from our writers, but here’s the PA Media snap until that drops.
Novak Djokovic was firing on all cylinders as he dismantled home favourite Alex De Minaur to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open for the 13th time.
The nine-time champion’s damaged left hamstring has dominated discussion around his chances of triumphing again at Melbourne Park but there were no signs of discomfort here as he stormed to a 6-2 6-1 6-2 victory with a ruthless display.
It was a very uncomfortable evening, though, for De Minaur, the last remaining home singles hope, on Rod Laver Arena as he was outplayed in all areas.
Novak Djokovic speaks to Jim Courier, who asks why he beat De Minaur.
Because I wanted to, I cannot say I am sorry you didn’t get a longer match, I wanted to win in straight sets. I started feeling more loose more free, more aggressive, i felt he was a bit more nervous. Tennis is a very quick sport, thing can change, I kept my focus, I played my best match of this year so far.
Obviously i was dealing wih an injury, i don’t feel anything today. I think my medical team, my physio, I thank God. I don’t take anything for granted, so let’s keep it going. I’ve been taking a lot of pills and it’s not ideal, but not those kind of pills, guys, anti-inflammatory pills. Really today was the best day so far and hopefully it stays that way.
