Novak Djokovic has overcome some trouble breathing and played quite well for a straight-set victory over 26th-seeded Tomas Machac to reach the fourth round at the Australian Open.

Tomas Machac (No. 25 in the world) takes on Novak Djokovic (No. 7) in the Round of 32 at the Australian Open.Djokovic defeated Jaime Faria 6-1, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2 on Tuesday in the Round

Novak Djokovic stepped up a level in his Australian Open third round match against Tomas Machac, brushing the Czech aside 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 with a vintage performance to reach the second week at Melbourne Park for the 17th time.

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Novak Djokovic overcame breathing issues & played well in a straight-set win over 26th-seeded Tomas Machac to advance to the 4th round of the Australian Open.

World No.7 Novak Djokovic put on a flawless performance to beat Czech Republic’s Tomas Machac 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 on Rod Laver Arena on Friday, January 17. Djokovic now has a 2-1 lead over Machac in the H2H record on the ATP Tour.

Novak Djokovic said he “loved” Danielle Collins’ reaction to a hostile home crowd at the Australian Open, adding that he was now a “big fan” of the American. After beating home favourite Destanee Aiava on a raucous Kia Arena,

Novak Djokovic returns to court at the Australian Open against the dangerous Tomas Machac in the third round. Djokovic, who broke one of Roger Federer’s Grand Slam records in the last round, is targeting a record 25th singles Grand Slam title with the watchful eye of Sir Andy Murray in his coaching corner.

Novak Djokovic has revealed he's 'very hot-headed' in the wake of his victory over Tomas Machac at the Australian Open on Friday morning. The Serb won 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 to book his place in the fourth round of the competition as he continues to chase Grand Slam No 25.