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Michael Fitzpatrick

No time to party as Djokovic injury casts shadow over Australian Open triumph

Novak Djokovic and his mammy, Dijana, celebrate his Australian Open victory. AP - Asanka Brendon Ratnayake

Novak Djokovic says he hopes to return to action in a month's time but is "not sure" how quickly his injured hamstring will heal. Roger Federer has been among those hailing Djokovic's "incredible effort" in winning a 10th Australian Open and a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title on Sunday.

"Incredible effort, again! Many congratulations," the retired Federer, who won 20 majors, wrote in a brief message on Instagram.

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