Djokovic offers support to Becker's family | 'I hope he stays strong'

Novak Djokovic says he has reached out to Boris Becker's family to offer support after the tennis great was sent to prison for bankruptcy offences.

Six-time Grand Slam champion Becker - who coached Djokovic between 2013 and 2016 - was sentenced to two and a half years last month and must serve least 15 months before being eligible for release.

World No 1 Djokovic, speaking after his third-round victory over Aljaz Bedene at the French Open, said he had contacted Becker's son, Noah, asking if there was a way he could help.

"It's only been less than a month. I just hope that he will stay healthy and strong," said Djokovic.

The Serb had said shortly after Becker's sentencing he was "heartbroken" for the German.

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