Serbian tennis player, Novak Djokovic has defeated Andrey Rublev on Wednesday on the Rod Laver Arena to reach the Australian Open semi-finals.
With such feat, Djokovic gets closer to a 22nd Grand Slam title with a straight-sets and masterclass.
The Serbian who meets Tommy Paul for a place in Sunday’s final, beat the Russian 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 on Rod Laver Arena.
American Paul who is unseeded defeated countryman, Ben Shelton 7-6 (8/6), 6-3, 5-7, 6-4.
Djokovic has expressed his feelings after the win, and 10th semi-final at Melbourne Park. He said, “I cannot be happier with my tennis, honestly,”
Interestingly, Only Roger Federer (15) and Jack Crawford (11) have been there more often.
“I’ve been playing very solid from the back of the court and I really love playing in these conditions and this court,” the 35-year-old told Rod Laver Arena.
“Some really close games that we had,” he added. “Andrey is a great opponent, great player. I have tons of respect for him, one of the biggest forehands, quickest players on the tour.
“I knew what the game plan was and it was important that I found my best tennis.”
