Title: Djokovic’s White Bottle Controversy and Djokovic Sr.’s Auspicious Encounter
In the midst of the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic finds himself embroiled in controversy, not just for his hamstring issues but also due to the mysterious white water bottles that have become a focal point of scrutiny. Accusations of a rule break surfaced when a video emerged showing a member of Djokovic’s team passing a bottle to a tournament official during a changeover in his match against Enzo Couacaud.
Addressing the suspicions surrounding the white bottles, Djokovic clarified that they belong to an Austrian company named Waterdrop, in which he has invested. Despite other tournament sponsors, Djokovic expressed gratitude to the Australian Open organizers for allowing him to use Waterdrop’s bottles without displaying their logo. He revealed that the bottles, with a substantial 1.5-liter capacity, are cumbersome, necessitating assistance from others to carry them.
While Djokovic shed light on the origin of the controversial bottles, the contents inside remain undisclosed. This lack of transparency raises questions and adds to the intrigue surrounding the ongoing saga.
Adding to the Djokovic family’s headlines, a video surfaced featuring Novak’s father, Srdjan Djokovic, posing with supporters of Vladimir Putin at the Australian Open. The video depicts Russian fans chanting Putin’s name and displaying their flag, a scene that unfolded just a day after fans were ejected for waving Russian flags adorned with Putin’s face.
Srdjan Djokovic is seen celebrating with a pro-Putin supporter who sports the banned military ‘Z’ symbol on his chest. Allegedly, Djokovic Sr. exclaimed, “Long live Russia,” further fueling the controversy.
In a tournament where players from Russia and Belarus compete under a neutral flag, the display of national symbols is strictly forbidden due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last February. Djokovic’s father’s involvement in such a politically charged situation adds another layer of complexity to the already controversial narrative surrounding the tennis superstar.
As the Australian Open unfolds, the off-court drama surrounding Djokovic and his family continues to captivate attention, creating an additional layer of suspense and controversy in the world of professional tennis.