Djokovic explains the reason for his boycott of the post-match interview with Jim Courier

Novak Djokovic defeated Jiri Lehecka in the last 16 of the Australian Open. However, he boycotted the post-match interview with Jim Courier.

In a press conference, he justified his choice: "A few days ago, the sports journalist who works for the official broadcaster, Channel 9 in Australia, mocked Serbian fans and made offensive comments about me.

Since then, he and Channel 9 have decided not to apologize.

So, since they're the official broadcasters, I've decided not to answer any more Channel 9 interviews.

I have nothing against the Australian public or Jim Courier. It was an awkward situation for me. I'll let Channel 9 deal with it as they see fit.

It will go on until I get an apology."

Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals, in a highly anticipated duel in Melbourne.