Novak Djokovic’s recent defeat at the Indian Wells tournament has caused quite a stir in the tennis world. What caught the most attention was not only the unexpected result, but also the controversial statements by Andy Murray, who uttered 11 “mocking” words to refer to Djokovic’s fall in the tournament.

Murray, who has coached alongside Djokovic on numerous occasions, surprised many by commenting ironically on the Serbian’s performance. His comments sparked a huge debate on social media, with opinions divided between those who considered his comment a simple joke and those who saw it as disrespectful.

In response to this situation, Jelena Djokovic, the tennis player’s wife, decided to intervene to defend her husband. In her statements, Jelena explained that Novak was not in optimal health during the match, which considerably affected his performance. She also stressed that Djokovic had been under intense pressure due to the great expectations surrounding his participation in Indian Wells.

“Novak has worked very hard to get here, but unfortunately his physical condition was not the best this time,” Jelena explained. She also asked for understanding from fans and media, reminding that athletes are also human and can face difficult moments.

The controversy continues to generate reactions in the world of sport, while Djokovic’s fans hope that the world number one will return with greater strength in his next commitments.