Djokovic won the right to attend the third round of the men's singles to expand 2023 after defeating Enzo Couacaud with a score of 3-1. Former No. 1 in the world needs 4 sets to overcome the world ranked 140 in the world instead of 3 sets as in the first match with Roberto Carballes Baena.
Right before the Australian Open this year, Novak Djokovic encountered a ribbed problem. The problem became worse and that was why he needed 4 sets to 'solve' Enzo Couacaud.
“To be honest, my situation is not good at all. I feel that the game before I played better than the last match. That's all I can share at the moment. I hope I can recover and be ready for the upcoming difficult match,” Nole shared with Eurosport.
The next opponent of Djokovic in Australia expanded 2023 is Grigor Dimitrov, former No. 3 in the world. The 35 -year -old Serbian player revealed that he did not practice on holidays between matches. He also left the ability to withdraw from the first Grand Slam this year.
“My situation is not really ideal. I don't want to go too deep in this but the positive thing is that we have a day off between matches. I have time to recover and prepare for the next competition. I do not practice in the days between matches so that my feet can operate at the highest frequency.
Can't say that I'm not worried. I have a reason to worry and adjust myself to be able to play every game. There are two choices: withdrawing or continuing. I will try to play as long as possible. I will fight every battle and see how things happen. ”
The Djokovic vs Grigor Dimitrov match in round 3 of Australia expanded 2023 is scheduled to take place at 15:00 today (January 21).
