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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

Novak Djokovic contacts Carlos Alcaraz to discuss ‘copyright’ as new serve revealed

Novak Djokovic began his Australian Open bid with a straight-sets win over Pedro Martinez - (AFP via Getty Images)

Novak Djokovic joked he had contacted Carlos Alcaraz to discuss “copyright” after the Spaniard revealed a new service motion at the Australian Open that bore a striking similarity to his own.

“As soon as I saw it, I sent him a message,” Djokovic said following his opening win at the Australian Open on Monday. “I said, we have to speak about the copyrights. Then when I saw him here, I told him we have to talk about percentage of his winnings. Every ace I expect a tribute to me. Let's see if he's going to stick to the agreement.”

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