"To those that chose to disrespect me, have a goooood night"
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Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 08.07.24. | 23:59
Novak Djokovic unleash a no-nonsense mode as he beats Rune at Wimbledon on Monday night
Novak Djokovic accused Wimbledon fans of "disrespect" after reaching a 60th Grand Slam quarter-final and 15th Wimbledon on Monday night.
The Serbian player, a seven-time champion at All England Club, defeated 15th-ranked Holger Rune 3-0 (6-3, 6-4, 6-2).
Djokovic then launched a no-nonsense outburst at a section of Centre Court fans who constantly chanted "Rune" or maybe even booed his 37-year-old rival.
"To all the fans that have had respect and stayed here tonight, I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I appreciate it," said Djokovic.
"And to all those people that have chosen to disrespect the player - in this case, me - have a goooooooood night," he added, mocking the crowd.
Novak Djokovic to the Wimbledon crowd:
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 8, 2024
"To all the people who chose to disrespect the player, in this case me, have a ‘GOOOOD’ night.” 💀
Earlier in the match the crowd was chanting ‘RUUUNE’ and he thought they were booing him
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When told by the TV interviewer that some fans were shouting "Rune" rather than booing, Djokovic hit back.
"They were. They were. I am not accepting it. No, no, no. I know they were cheering for Rune but that's an excuse to also boo," he said.
"Listen, I have been on the tour for more than 20 years. I know all the tricks. I focus on the respectful people that pay for the ticket, and love tennis and appreciate the players.
"I have played in much more hostile environments, trust me - you guys can't touch me."
Djokovic will face Australian ninth seed Alex de Minaur for a place in the semi-finals.
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