Shapovalov’s challenge in front of Djokovic in Adelaide quarter-finals

Adelaide. Top seed Novak Djokovic has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Adelaide International tennis tournament, where he will face Denis Shapovalov. Djokovic defeated Quentin Hallis 7-6, 7-6 on Thursday. Canada’s Shapovalov defeated Roman Safiulin in straight sets 6-4, 6-3.

Also read: Tennis Tournament: Reilly Opelka out of Australian Open due to injury

Djokovic and other top players are playing in the event to prepare for the Australian Open starting on January 16. The 21-time Grand Slam champion was deported from Australia last year ahead of the Australian Open for not getting vaccinated for COVID-19.