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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jack Rathborn

Taylor Fritz defends Novak Djokovic but maintains some players ‘stretch the severity of injuries’

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Taylor Fritz has backed Novak Djokovic after critics accused the Serbian of “faking” his hamstring injury but the American maintains some players “stretch the severity of injuries.”

The nine-time Australian Open champion reacted angrily to doubts surrounding his left hamstring, which has proven an obstacle throughout the tournament in Melbourne.

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