Objectively speaking, this is just a press conference room arrangement, it doesn't matter:
The arrangement of the competition court is one thing. It is not only a respect for the players and a response to the fans and audience; it is also an adaptation to the competition venue, because the semi-finals and finals are all held in the central court, and the top players
Needing more time to get used to this year's venue.
This is a matter of status, as well as pride and self-esteem.
The arrangement of the press conference room is another matter. Although the No. 1 press conference room is the most spacious, after the game, the players will not choose the press conference room. Instead, they will choose which press conference room is available based on the order of first come, first served.
Just hold the press conference there, it's so simple.
Therefore, even the defending champion, even the top seed, may be interviewed in the No. 7 press conference room.
Indeed, these are two things with completely different meanings and cannot be confused.
Djokovic always strives for the former; but for the latter, it is not necessarily necessary to put effort into it.
Of course, the reason why the media is so lively is not completely groundless:
The pre-match press conference, schedule and venue space are completely arranged by the organizing committee. From these arrangements, we can see which players the Australian Open pays more attention to.
Considering the many highlights in men's professional tennis this year, and the fact that Gao Wen entered the No. 1 press conference room, it is not surprising that reporters fanned the flames.
However, Djokovic was used to seeing big storms, and he dealt with it very appropriately. He made some complaints, but stopped short, and ended his answer with a joke.
At the same time, the issue of Serbian reporters’ alleged “discrimination against qualifying players” is no exception.
Djokovic very cleverly ignored the nationality of the reporter, dealt with it in a low-key manner, and focused on the issue itself. He said he "100% agrees with Gawain's point of view" and emphasized that low-ranked players are also an indispensable component of the tour.
Part, "Without the 100th place, the first ninety-nine are meaningless."
Djokovic even went further to express his care and support for lower-ranked players because "they need more attention."
Be responsible and sincere.
It must be said that Djokovic's response was very appropriate and did not give the media too much room to make a fuss. To a certain extent, it was perfect.
However, the key is that Djokovic is not alone, he also has a group of "teammates", just like the Serbian reporter--
A group of teammates who are good at digging holes.
His new wife Jelena-Ristic said bluntly in an interview,
"The tournament lacks respect for Novak and the four-time champion and world number one. This is obviously a dereliction of duty by the Australian Open Organizing Committee."
"If it were other players, the organizing committee would never make such a mistake. I don't think they realize that they are hurting the sport."
Last summer, Djokovic and Elena held a marriage ceremony and officially entered the marriage hall. After that, Elena accompanied Djokovic in competitions around the world.
But in fact, before the wedding, Elena had already frequently appeared in Djokovic's player box, accompanying Djokovic step by step as he grew into the world's No. 1 and seven-time Grand Slam champion; and,
The very "aggressive" Elena appeared in the news more than once.
When watching Djokovic's matches, Elena is always full of enthusiasm and passion. Clenching her fists in celebration and shouting loudly are her signature moves.
These "excessive" celebrations even made Djokovic more showy and passionate on the court, and he often stole the show on the court, but they were not always appropriate.
To be more precise, it often appears to be too exaggerated, too exciting, too full, and it affects others watching the game.
If this is just the case, it can only be said that he is a moderate person, and there is no need to be too harsh.
But the problem is that Elena is always filled with a kind of aggression, "Others are trying to frame me", "You are targeting me when you say this", "I am not wrong and it is all your fault", "You look down on me"
That’s why I’m finding fault” and “I’ve done nothing wrong, why are you attacking me?”
And so on and so on.
Therefore, Elena is always aggrieved, always angry, and always takes the initiative. On the one hand, she has verbal disputes with many viewers, and on the other hand, she offends many players' families during the tour, especially Djokovic.
of opponents.
However, Elena remained unmoved and continued to go her own way, like a fighting fish.
Just like this time.
In order to protect Djokovic, Elena doesn't mind becoming a hen protecting her chicks, taking the initiative and never worrying about offending others.
In fact, Djokovic had already properly handled the matter, just brush it off, and then the matter would disappear; but Elena was still aggrieved, stepped forward in an extravagant manner, and made things complicated again.
Of course, for reporters, it is natural to welcome them with hands and feet raised——
"Djokovic VS Australian Open Organizing Committee".
This is also a big show!
Elena directly aimed her gun at the organizing committee, and secretly stepped on Federer and Nadal in her words. Next, we will see how the organizers of the Australian Open will respond. Although there is a high probability that it should be
It was Djokovic who had to swallow this breath:
A strong dragon will not overwhelm a local snake.
This is Australia, the home stadium of the game, and no player would want to offend the home crowd before the game starts.
And, that's not all, the key figures in Djokovic's team have not yet appeared.
If Elena talks about the matter and conveys a correct confidence, but her words are just a little bit sharp and still within the reasonable range; then the world's number one father Srdjan Djokovic once again lives up to expectations
The ground stepped forward and fired cannons.
"shame!"
Serjan said this when facing reporters.
"This is a kind of discrimination and a kind of humiliation."
"You're on your knees licking the shoes of Federer and Nadal, but they will never win the Australian Open, at least not while Novak is in the draw."
"Forget it, because this is your consistent virtue, and I am no longer surprised."
"But, Govan? That boy?"
Here, because Serjan’s accent was so strong, the reporters were stunned, and they didn’t realize it until the words came out loudly:
Gawain.
Serjan was talking about Gawain.
But with such a reaction, I don’t know if it’s an accent problem or if Serjan did it on purpose.
"He is just a spoiled little brat who is seriously overrated."
"How long has he been in the professional game? How many games has he won? His world ranking should be 128, which is just the right position for him, but now everyone is praising him as the next world number one
, do you know? Novak is the current number one in the world."
"Novak is the best player in the world right now. That kid who is full of fluff will never win the Australian championship, ever!"
"So, what are you doing now? Humiliating Novak because of such a brat? This is tantamount to humiliating yourselves!"