World's richest man Elon Musk has advised tennis legend Novak Djokovic to speak to the public directly after the Serbian star declined a post-match interview during the Australian Open 2025

Former world No 1 Novak Djokovic's media boycott has made global headlines, and everyone from Nick Kyrgios to Elon Musk has weighed in.

Novak Djokovic recently made headlines after skipping his post-match on-court interview at the Australian Open because of comments made by commentator Tony Jones.

Djokovic’s four-set victory over his young rival sets up a semifinal with second-seeded Alexander Zverev and keeps alive his hope of a record 25th Grand Slam title.

Novak Djokovic refuses Channel 9 interviews at the Australian Open after "insulting and offensive" comments about him and Serbian fans. Nick Kyrgios slams the behavior as "putrid," while Elon Musk defends Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic had refused to give the post-match interview with the broadcasters after his Round of 16 victory over Jiri Lehecka in the Australian Open after accusing a presenter with the official broadcaster of making a “mockery of Serbian fans” and also for “insulting” him.

Some of the biggest names in tennis and the media like Piers Morgan and Kevin Pietersen have been weighing in since Djokovic’s decision to boycott the on-court interview

Channel 9 host Tony Jones has issued a full apology to Novak Djokovic which the Serbian star has acknowledged.

The 24-time grand slam champion's stunning refusal to be interviewed on court over Jones mocking him on TV has set off a firestorm on social media, and Djokovic has heavyweight backing.

At the end of his match against Jiri Lehecka in the round of 16 of the 2025 Australian Open, Novak Djokovic skipped the traditional interview with Jim Courier for Channel 9. The former world No.1 had some problems with the Australian crowd during the challenge against the Czech player, but that was not the reason for his strange choice.

Novak Djokovic subtly acknowledged Elon Musk’s support after an Australian journalist’s controversial comments. The Serbian tennis star remained composed amidst criticism, showing his resilience during the Australian Open 2025.