Novak Djokovic broke down in tears while reflecting on his friendship with Kobe Bryant at the Australian Open.
"He was there for me"@DjokerNole pays tribute to his late friend and mentor Kobe Bryant.#AO2020 | #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/k8sRHcBATw
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 28, 2020
Speaking after his quarterfinal victory Djokovic hailed Bryant, as "one of the greatest athletes of all time".
He says Bryant inspired him and many other people around the world.
Djokovic, will now face Roger Federer in the semifinals.
