Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologized to Novak Djokovic for comments he says were intended to be “banter” and “humor.”

The presenter at the center of Novak Djokovic’s decision to boycott on-court interviews at the Australian Open has apologized to the 24-time Grand Slam champion, saying that he “overstepped the mark.” Channel 9 presenter Tony Jones was overlooking a group of Serbian fans while recording a dispatch from Melbourne Park Friday night.

Serbian Davis Cup captain Viktor Troicki has demanded Channel Nine commentator Tony Jones be banned from covering tennis for life following controversial comments about Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.

Channel Nine host Tony Jones apologises for a comment — labelled "insulting and offensive" by Novak Djokovic — that prompted the 24-time major winner to boycott on-court interviews.

Novak Djokovic has received the apologies he wanted from the Australian Open’s local broadcaster and its employee who insulted him on the air.

Facing Sinner reminded Alexander Zverev of trying to solve the challenge presented by the 24-time major champion Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic was booed off court after his Australian Open semi-final was cut short due to injury, and his Davis Cup captain issued a passionate defense.

Andy Roddick has admitted he 'felt icky' after seeing Australian Open fans turn on Novak Djokovic at the recent tournament in Melbourne. Djokovic decided to withdraw from his semi-final clash against Alexander Zverev on Friday,