TENNIS: Novak Djokovic 'Happy' With Coach Boris Becker

Novak Djokovic is satisfied with the early progress being made under new head coach Boris Becker, despite defeat by Stanislas Wawrinka at the Australian Open.

Djokovic, winner of the last three titles at Melbourne Park, was beaten 2-6 6-4 6-2 3-6 9-7 in the quarter-finals.

It was his first defeat since taking on former world number one Becker in December.
"It's been the first official tournament for us. I'm satisfied with things that we've been talking about, working on," said the Serb.

Djokovic appoints Boris Becker as head coach

World number two Novak Djokovic has appointed six-time Grand Slam winner Boris Becker as his head coach. The 26-year old Serb, who has also won six major titles, will start work with Becker before the Australian Open, which starts on 13 January. Read more after the cut....