Novak Djokovic will face a well-recognized nemesis in his Rod Laver Arena return.
Nine-time Australian Open champion Djokovic will play Australian Open doubles champion Nick Kyrgios in a Friday evening charity exhibition match on Rod Laver Arena.
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The exhibition, invoice as The Arena Showdown, is ready for six:30 p.m. on Friday and is a rematch of the Wimbledon ultimate, which Djokovic gained in 4 units.
Tickets price $20 and can go on sale on Tuesday at midday native time. All proceeds are set to profit charity.
Djokovic, who rides a 21-match Australian Open successful streak into his return, mentioned he is pumped to play on Rod Laver Arena once more.
“I love playing in Australia. I mean, my results are a testament to that,” Djokovic mentioned after capturing the Adelaide title. “I wouldn’t be able to play so well in a place where I don’t feel well. I look forward to Melbourne.
“Rod Laver might be my most — not most likely, it actually is my most profitable courtroom in my profession. I like enjoying there. I sit up for it. I’ve every week off for restoration now and dealing on particular issues by way of my sport, my physique, getting my thoughts in the best state for the best-of-five and two lengthy weeks hopefully.”
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