WHEN IT RAINS IT POURS FOR NOVAK DJOKOVIC
Djokovic has become an enigmatic figure since achieving his dream of winning in France last year. His form has faded, at least by the extraordinary standards he had set, and he currently lies 18th if the ranking was based just on 2017 results. After losing twice in succession to Nick Kyrgios, at Indian Wells, he flew home to Monaco to have his elbow examined. In a Facebook message that had clearly not been written by professional PR experts, he told his fans: 'Believe me, it is as shocking to me, as it is to you.' It is worth recalling that, as far back as the US Open, Djokovic was requiring on-court treatment for his arm. One view is that his serving technique was always going to take a toll on his elbow. What has happened subsequently has been little short of astonishing, especially given that the 12-times Grand Slam champion has not appeared to suffer any serious injuries other than some wrist and arm problems last summer. A second-round exit here at the Australia
