Novak Djokovic has been warned he could be "too prepared" for the Australian Open after skipping his final practice session in Melbourne.
The Serbian star, a nine-time winner of the tournament, sparked fears of a possible withdrawal last week when he left court earlier than planned during a practice match with Daniil Medvedev, citing a hamstring issue. However, on Friday he faced Nick Kyrgios in an exhibition on the Rod Laver Arena, seemingly coming through unscathed.
It follows an intense period of tennis for the 35-year-old since he was banned from competing in the US Open in September, amid his ongoing refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19. And despite being considered the favourite by many fans and pundits at Albert Park, fellow icon Mat Wilander has sounded caution.
