Djokovic tugged at his upper abdomen towards the end of the first set, though it wasn\u2019t clear what the issue was. The Serb called for the physio during the second set and left for treatment at the end of it. Yet despite dealing with physical challenges, the 37-year-old Serbian was able to overpower and outfox the Czech 26th seed from the baseline to wrap up a clinical two-hour, 22-minute victory at the Rod Laver Arena.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think I played really well, honestly. I\u2019m very happy with my game. I am slightly surprised with the result, to beat him in straight sets. He was a break up early in the second, I struggled physically there. I tried to catch my breath, I\u2019m not 19 anymore.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI somehow managed to turn things around, held my serve when I needed to. A couple of points really decided that set, which could have gone his way, then the outcome of the match would be different. Overall in the third set, I felt fresh and moved really well. I\u2019m really pleased with my game. There is always something to work on, but this is definitely my best match of the tournament,\u201d said Djokovic in the post-game interview.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The manner in which Djokovic was able to maintain his composure and deliver in critical moments will be a confidence booster as he eases into the second week of his favourite major. With World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz looming in his section of the draw, Djokovic is now one match away from a potential quarterfinal match with the Spaniard.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI somehow managed to turn things around, held my serve when I needed to. A couple of points really decided that set, which could have gone his way, then the outcome of the match would be different. Overall in the third set, I felt fresh and moved really well. I\u2019m really pleased with my game. There is always something to work on, but this is definitely my best match of the tournament,\u201d said Djokovic in the post-game interview.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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