Novak Djokovic refuses on-court interview after Australian Open fourth round win

Novak Djokovic booked his spot in the Australian Open quarter-finals with a straight-sets win over Jiri Lehecka.

While the 6-3 6-4 7-6(4) result was fairly routine, the world No. 7 bucked tradition following the match's conclusion.

As he exited Rod Laver Arena, Djokovic refused a full on-court interview with commentator Jim Courier.

Typically, the victorious player answers a few questions for the television broadcast.

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Instead, the Serbian star took the microphone to make a short statement before heading down the tunnel.

"Thank you very much for being here tonight, I appreciate your presence and support," Djokovic said.

"See you next round. Thank you very much."

Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in a blockbuster last-eight clash on Tuesday.

More to come.