Danielle Collins of the U.S. reacts after defeating Destanee Aiava of Australia in their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Novak Djokovic of Serbia ...

Read what Novak Djokovic had to say about Danielle Collins' controversial action and remarks after her Australian Open victory.

Djokovic said he loved "everything" the American said while getting the last word on a hostile Australian Open crowd.

Djokovic has had his fair share of run-ins with tennis crowds, including at the Australian Open. He confronted one fan during his clash with Tomas Machac on Friday and had to ask the umpire to step in when spectators shouted out during rallies.

NOVAK DJOKOVIC has declared himself Danielle Collins’ “biggest fan” – after she taunted a hostile Australian Open crowd. Collins was booed by punters in Melbourne after

Novak Djokovic has been one of many players who have been heckled at the Australian Open - and the 10-time champion praised Danielle Collins' response to the rowdy crowd

Novak Djokovic approved Danielle Collins' response to Australian Open hecklers as the Serb funnily stated that he is now "a big fan" of hers. On Thursday, the American tennis star edged out Australian qualifier Destanee Aiava 7-6 (4) 4-6 6-2.

Novak Djokovic declared himself a big fan of Danielle Collins’ approach to rowdy Australian Open fans after confronting his own heckler at Melbourne Park.

Novak Djokovic and Danielle Collins have both been involved in some controversial moments during the Australian Open.

Tennis purists felt unsettled as Danielle Collins went right at a rowdy Australian crowd after taking out a hometown favourite in incredible scenes. But the exchange is actually healthy for the sport.

Danielle Collins stood up for herself when confronted with a booing crowd at the Australian Open on Thursday which was angry that she was beating a local player, Destanee Aiava.

Novak Djokovic has leapt to the defence of Australian Open villain Danielle Collins as crowd behaviour continues to cause issues at Melbourne Park. The 10-time champion battled a heckler, berated technology,