Roddick, regarding Djokovic's controversy: "Respect must prevail"

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"Novak was playing really well in Australia," said Andy Roddick on his podcast Served, where he discussed the notorious controversy surrounding Novak Djokovic and the boos from the Rod Laver Arena as they bid farewell to the ten-time Melbourne champion. The former American tennis player has been the latest to offer his perspective on the situation experienced by the Serbian in these past few days in Australia.

"Obviously, the match against Alcaraz was great, and winning against Machac in straight sets was incredible. Against Alcaraz, Novak was the one from two years ago in the third and fourth sets. He has battled against time like no one else in the history of tennis, but at last year's Roland Garros, it was his knee, and he managed to reach the Wimbledon final on one leg."

About Djokovic's Aging

"Now that the year is starting, he has another tear, and it would surprise me to see him for a couple of months. I fear that at that age, you enter that cycle of rehabilitation... Can your body recover? We act surprised every time someone ages, but it's tough, as you have to strengthen yourself again after an injury."

Roddick, Against the Boos

"I didn't like it. You can disagree with someone, it's just that booing someone as they leave, even if you don't know if they are truly injured, is not done. Even if you suspect they are not hurt, there's a chance they are telling the truth, don't boo. I just hated the fact that he walked off the court to boos, and I understand he enjoys the clash and sometimes has stirred controversy because he thrives in that space. I get all that, but if you are a tennis fan, respect has to prevail."

"I'm not telling you to cheer for someone you don't want to cheer for; I'm saying there's a million miles between not being a die-hard fan of someone and also booing someone who is one of the greatest of all time. You don't know if you'll see them play again. I didn't like it, I felt bad inside. I didn't like it."

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