Boris Becker has expressed surprise at Novak Djokovic's composed reaction to his Australian Open semi-final defeat by Jannik Sinner in 2024. The Serbian, chasing a record 25th Grand Slam title, was outplayed by the Italian in Melbourne two years ago.
Becker, a six-time major winner, noted that Djokovic appeared unusually relaxed after the loss. 'These are surprising pictures of Djokovic. I don't usually see him this relaxed after defeats,' the German told Eurosport.
'Perhaps he has realised that he doesn't have the form at the moment and that the other player was simply better today. That's what makes a champion, recognising that today just wasn't his day,' Becker added.
Djokovic himself admitted after the match: 'It is not a very pleasant feeling playing this way. But at the same time, credit to him for doing everything better than me in every aspect of the game. He outplayed me completely.'
Sinner went on to claim the title and currently holds a five-match winning streak against Djokovic. The Italian faces Ben Shelton in the quarter-finals of this year's Australian Open, with a potential rematch against Djokovic looming.
The 2026 Australian Open continues in Melbourne, with Djokovic still in pursuit of that elusive 25th Grand Slam crown.
