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Last updated: 23/01/19 10h13
Kei Nishikori admits defeat against Djokovic
Novak Djokovic has qualified for the semifinals of the Australian Open when Kei Nishikori retired due to an injury.
Djokovic led 6-1 4-1 in the quarter-finals when Nishikori decided that he was unable to continue due to a problem in the thigh.
Djokovic, seeded, will now face Lucas Pouille, who beat Milos Raonic 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 6-7 (2-7) 6-4, for a spot in the final.
"I like to fight, especially against Kei, we have played so many games," said Djokovic.
"I hope he can recover, I hope it's not something very serious. I'm sorry for everyone not having had a full match tonight." . "
Novak Djokovic had the chance to easily advance to the semi-finals
Djokovic had endured his own physical battle against Daniil Medvedev on Monday and later admitted that he was feeling the effects.
"That's exactly what the doctor ordered," he said. "Do not spend too much time on the pitch, I'm in another semifinal and I'll do anything to get ready."
Rafael Nadal meets Stefanos Tsitsipas, who eliminated Roger Federer, in the other semifinal.
Djokovic is looking to win his seventh title in Melbourne after winning the Grand Slam on all previous occasions.
His career among the last eight was ultimately simple because of Nishikori's fitness problems.
Nishiikori was frustrated with his injury
The eighth-seeded Japanese needed a medical break between sets due to problems in the right thigh.
At the untimely end of the match, Nishikori was visibly exhausted and barely able to move.
He had played three five-set matches in the tournament before the quarter-finals.
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