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News1825-01-2026, 18:15

Djokovic Advances to Australian Open Quarterfinals After Mensik Withdrawal

  • Novak Djokovic, 24-time Grand Slam champion, received a walkover into the Australian Open quarterfinals.
  • Jakub Mensik withdrew from the tournament due to an abdominal muscle injury.
  • Mensik, who previously defeated Djokovic in the Miami Open final, cited the injury's progression as the reason for his withdrawal.
  • Djokovic will now face either Lorenzo Musetti or Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals.
  • Mensik expressed disappointment but also pride in reaching the fourth round for the first time.

Why It Matters: Djokovic moves to Australian Open quarterfinals due to Mensik's injury withdrawal.

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