Novak Djokovic’s build-up to the Australian Open continued as he defeated world number seven Daniil Medvedev to reach the final of the Adelaide International.
The 35-year-old is yet to drop a set in Adelaide, beating Medvedev 6-3 6-4.
In Sunday’s final, Djokovic will meet the American Sebastian Korda.
The Australian Open starts on January 16 and Djokovic is targeting a 10th title in Melbourne, a men’s record and 22nd Grand Slam victory.
Adelaide is world number five Djokovic’s first tournament in Australia after being deported from 2022 due to his Covid-19 vaccination status. Currently his visa ban cancelled.
Korda, 22, reached the Adelaide final when Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka retired through injury as Korda led 7-6 (7-5) 1-0.
