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Novak Djokovic narrowly avoids Australian Open disqualification after striking ball in anger
MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic narrowly avoided a possible disqualification from the Australian Open after a ball he smacked away in frustration almost hit a ball kid.

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Novak Djokovic Advances to Australian Open Quarterfinals on a Walkover After Jakub Mensik Withdraws
Djokovic into Aussie Open quarters after fourth-round opponent Mensik withdraws
Novak Djokovic gets huge slice of luck in Australian Open quarterfinal: ‘Was on my way home tonight but…’
Novak Djokovic found an unlikely way out from the jaws of a surprise Australian Open defeat after his fifth-seeded opponent, Lorenzo Musetti, retired due to injury, presenting a walk-over victory afte...

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Djokovic has Sinner carrot as motivation at Australian Open
Australian Open: Sinner serving for match against Shelton
2-Set Down, Novak Djokovic Rides Luck To Enter Australian Open Semis After Lorenzo Musetti Retires
Musetti had been putting on a masterclass, leading the match 6-4, 6-3, and seemingly on the verge of a historic upset by outplaying the 10-time champion.

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Rested Djokovic faces Musetti, Swiatek meets Rybakina in Australian Open quarters
Australian Open: Sinner snuffs out late Darderi push to reach quarters; Djokovic, Swiatek, Musetti too advance
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Strive to survive on court: film shows the pressure ball kids face to earn an Australian Open spot

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Formula 1 has done it, so has professional golf, the National Hockey League and the elite tennis tour. Now it's time for ball boys and ball girls to take center court in a reality-style documentary. Tennis Australia this week ...

Tennis fans call for key change at Australian Open after second incident involving ball kid

Tennis fans are calling for the ball kids to be given wearable water at the Australian Open after a young girl collapsed and had to be assisted from the court on Sunday. World No.112 Zeynep Sonmez noticed the girl stumble backwards and fall while she was standing near the umpire's chair during her clash with 11th seed Ekaterina Alexandrova.