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Breathless, yet brilliant!
Updated On: 18 January, 2025 11:06 AM IST | Melbourne | AFP
Serbian star Novak Djokovic powers into last 16 despite experiencing breathing problems during three-set win over Czech Tomas Machac in Melbourne
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Novak Djokovic celebrates his win over Tomas Machac in Melbourne yesterday. Pic/Getty Images
A fired-up Novak Djokovic powered into the last 16 of the Australian Open on Friday in an ominous reminder of why he is a 10-time Melbourne champion, but he needed a medical break and used an inhaler. The 37-year-old dropped a set in each of his opening two matches in Melbourne, but was on a mission against dangerous Czech 26th seed Tomas Machac.
Dispelling doubts that he still has what it takes in his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam crown, the Serb blew the 24-year-old off Rod Laver Arena 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 in 2hrs 22mins. The win propelled him into the last 16 at a Grand Slam for the 66th time, just three behind all-time leader Roger Federer and well clear of third-placed Rafael Nadal (54).
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