Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record 25th grand slam title has been cut short at the Australian Open after he stunningly retired from his semifinal match due to a left leg injury.

Toni Nadal, Rafael Nadal's uncle and once coach, questioned the legitimacy of Novak Djokovic's hamstring injury that led to his withdrawal from the Australian Open semi-final. He suggests Djokovic should have taken a medical time out before quitting and references Djokovic's history of playing through injuries with apparent normality despite showing pain.

Novak Djokovic will likely receive a Rafael Nadal-like accolade at Melbourne Park, as Australian Open administrator Craig Tiley has given the go-ahead to immortalize the Serb in statue form.

Jannik Sinner has etched his name in tennis history with a stunning Australian Open victory, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3 in the final. The Italian world number one secured his third Grand Slam title,