Novak Djokovic is out of the Australian Open in stunning fashion. The 24-time slam champion medically retired immediately after dropping the first set of his semifinal match against No. 2 Alexander Zverev in a tiebreak 7-6 (5).

Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record 25th grand slam title has been cut short at the Australian Open after he stunningly retired from his semifinal match due to a left leg injury.

Novak Djokovic simply cannot shake the conspiracy allegations that surrounded him at the Australian Open. The 10-time Australian Open champion went to extreme lengths this week to share photographs of a hamstring strain on his Instagram account after his unexpected withdrawal from the tournament raised concerns.

Novak Djokovic’s remarkable story at the Australian Open may have had the most unfortunate conclusion as he limped out of the tournament in his semi-final against Alexander Zverev last week – but his legacy looks set to be secured for eternity.

It's been revealed just how long Novak Djokovic could be sidelined for after suffering an injury at the Australian Open

Andy Murray has told tennis coaches that it's far harder playing the sport than watching on from the sidelines after working with Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. Djokovic made the semi-finals of the competition this winter but was forced to withdraw from his showdown with Alexander Zverev on Friday due to injury.