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Novak Djokovic Overcomes Injury, Heckler, in Aussie Open Win

No. 4 seed Novak Djokovic is off to the third round at the Australian Open, defeating 191st-ranked French qualifier Enzo Couacaud 6-1, 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-0.

It was a whirlwind evening for Djokovic, who overcame a hamstring injury and a heckler in the stands to keep his dreams of a record-tying 22nd career major title alive.

Despite the victory, the 35-year-old acknowledged after the match he is concerned about the injury moving forward.

“I am worried. I mean, I cannot say that I’m not. I have reason to be worried,” said Djokovic. “There’s not much more to talk about.