Australian Open: Channel Nine presenter Tony Jones came under fire for some Novak Djokovic comments on air during a live cross.
Comments made by Nine host Tony Jones were behind Novak Djokovic’s decision to snub an on-court interview after his fourth-round win at the Australian Open.
Instead he left the court, happily speaking with the TV network Eurosport, and then gave a statement in his post-match press conference.“A couple of days ago the famous sports journalist who works for official broadcaster Nine here in Australia made a mockery of Serbian fans and also made insulting and offensive comments towards me. And since then he chose not to issue any public apology, neither did Nine.
“Welcome back to Melbourne Park, where you can see the Novak Djokovic fans, they’re in full voice,” Jones said.“Novak’s a has-been. Novak, kick him out.Novak Djokovic and Nine's Tony Jones.As he finished his bulletin, Jones said: “Alright that wraps it up from Melbourne Park. Somehow I’m going to have to get out of here.Nine newsreader Tom Steinfort responded: “I didn’t think anyone would be more unpopular than Danielle Collins after last night’s antics, but Tony you’ve taken the cake.
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