Tony Jones, Novak Djokovic and Australian Open

Tony Jones apologizes to Novak Djokovic after ‘insulting and offensive’ Australian Open comments
The presenter at the center of Novak Djokovic’s decision to boycott on-court interviews at the Australian Open has apologized to the 24-time Grand Slam champion, saying that he “overstepped the mark.” Channel 9 presenter Tony Jones was overlooking a group of Serbian fans while recording a dispatch from Melbourne Park Friday night.
Australian broadcaster Tony Jones apologizes to Novak Djokovic ‘for any disrespect’ during on-air comments
Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologized to Novak Djokovic for comments he says were intended to be “banter” and “humor.”
Serbia’s Davis Cup captain says Tony Jones ‘should be banned for life’ after ‘mocking’ Novak Djokovic during Australian Open
Channel 9 broadcaster Tony Jones has been at the receiving end of criticism due to the comments on Novak Djokovic during the 2025 Australian Open. Serbia’s Davis Cup captain, Viktor Troicki, condemned Jones and called for a lifetime ban from covering tennis.
Novak Djokovic gets his apologies and is ready to focus on Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open
Novak Djokovic has received the apologies he wanted from the Australian Open’s local broadcaster and its employee who insulted him on the air.
Novak Djokovic withdraws from Serbia's Davis Cup qualifier
A week after a hamstring injury ended his run at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic, 37, withdrew from Serbia's Davis Cup first-round qualifier, the country's tennis federation said on Tuesday, a move captain Viktor Troicki said has "weakened" the team.
Novak Djokovic ally demands 'life ban' is dished out after Australian Open scandal
Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki has demanded Channel Nine commentator Tony Jones be banned from covering tennis for life following controversial comments about Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.
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Novak Djokovic's friend calls on Tony Jones to never again be allowed to cover tennis
Jones got into trouble after making some controversial remarks about Djokovic and his fans at the Australian Open.
What did Tony Jones say to Novak Djokovic?: Channel 9 star labelled a ‘disgrace’ by tennis world
Channel 9 host Tony Jones has angered Novak Djokovic’s supporters by going rogue and sledging the Serbian superstar on a live ...
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Tony Jones apologises to Novak Djokovic over Australian Open comments that sparked interview boycott
Tony Jones has apologised to Novak Djokovic for calling him "overrated" and "a has-been". Djokovic boycotted an ...
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Tony Jones issues apology to Novak Djokovic for controversial comments
Jones' words made Novak and his army of fans worldwide furious. Djokovic, who likes a good joke himself, did not enjoy Jones' ...
Tony Jones’ apology to Novak Djokovic labelled as hollow
Renowned tennis journalist Ben Rothenberg wrote on X: “Tony Jones has “apologised,” but it’s one of those hollow apologies ...
Jannik Sinner's coach picks side as Novak Djokovic boycotts over Tony Jones comments
Jannik Sinner 's coach Darren Cahill has spoken out after Novak Djokovic skipped an on-court interview at the Australian Open ...
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Novak Djokovic responds to Tony Jones' apology after calling out host
Novak Djokovic has accepted Channel 9 host Tony Jones' apology after publicly revealing that he ditched an on-court interview ...
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Tony Jones airs explosive new claim about Novak Djokovic amid Australian Open controversy
Tony Jones has somewhat contradicted Novak Djokovic's version of events, claiming he contacted the tennis star to ...
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‘Too far’: Tom Elliott launches strong Tony Jones defence after more criticism
Tom Elliott has launched a staunch defence of colleague Tony Jones after he came under fire from Serbian Davis Cup coach Viktor Troicki. Following comments Jones made on a broadcast about Novak ...