Djoker storms off in French farce

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The tennis world went into meltdown as the FrenchOpen hit “rock bottom” when Novak Djokovic appeared to storm off on live TV.

Organisers said the decision was taken due to the worsening weather conditions but just after play was suspended for the day at 6:45pm , bright skies appeared over the site.Austrian fourth seed Thiem led 6-2, 3-6, 3-1 against the world number one when the players left Court Philippe Chatrier.

I'm amazed at 1) How Djokovic always has to land the villain part with some 2) At the power you're giving him... But he might take one of those two points, or even both, as a compliment... Still: bonkers.Talked to French Open tournament director Guy Forget, who confirmed play was called because of rain and high-wind forecast. Said Djokovic & Thiem informed together of decision by referee.

Djokovic has experienced similar delays before and bounced back during his ongoing 26-match Grand Slam win streak. “The players had already stopped twice and as the referee will tell you, it is painful for everyone, especially the players,” Forget told L’Equipe. Forget’s insistence did not dampen speculation over other reasons possibly in play when there was seemingly enough daylight available to even finish the match.

 

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Did you check the facts before making those claims? Stop jumping on the hate bandwagon.

but, he actually didn't.. just went back to the hotel after being told the game was off.. And you expect people to take you seriously.. No credibility in any news these days.. Dont get anything correct. Morons.

Cracking tournament

Been hanging with Serena

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