Novak Djokovic taunted by Martin Klizan after shock Barcelona Open win
MARTIN KLIZAN taunted Novak Djokovic after dumping him out the Barcelona Open.
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Klizan, 30, pulled off the biggest win of his career as he shocked Djokovic to take a 6-2 1-6 6-3 victory.
Klizan is ranked 140 in the world and he had lost his last four meetings with the Serb.
But the left-hander said Djokovic ‘didn’t play top tennis’ against him and claimed he was ‘more prepared’ for the clash.
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Djokovic has just returned to the tour after recovering from elbow surgery.
Speaking seconds after the win, Klizan said: “Today I think I was more prepared [than Djokovic.
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“I have played him four times but this was the first time on clay finally and I beat him.
“It’s a great feeling and it’s amazing. He didn’t play top tennis but a win is a win and I’m happy to be in the third round.”
Klizan will meet Spaniard Feliciano Lopez in the third round.
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He added: “I always play good tennis in Barcelona and I am enjoying it. I am happy to be in the third round.
“I know how tough it is to come back from an injury and it’s not a great time [for Djokovic].
“It’s tough to come back and play top tennis and I want to wish him all the best and for sure he will come back stronger in a few weeks.”