Djokovic dismisses 'exhibition' tag

Novak Djokovic laughed off suggestions he became embroiled in ’exhibition tennis’ before seeing off Radek Stepanek at the Australian Open today.

Djokovic dismisses 'exhibition' tag
Fri, 18 Jan, 2013 - 11:41

Novak Djokovic laughed off suggestions he became embroiled in ’exhibition tennis’ before seeing off Radek Stepanek at the Australian Open today.

Stepanek’s quirky game and Djokovic’s all-round brilliance produced an entertaining encounter on Rod Laver Arena with numerous compelling rallies to thrill the crowd.

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