Novak Djokovic launches bizarre rant accusing Wimbledon fans of 'disrespect'

Novak Djokovic left fans and viewers scratching their head at the All England Club on Monday as he went on a bizarre rant, accusing Wimbledon fans of "disrespect" after reaching a 60th Grand Slam quarter-final.

Djokovic, the world No 2 and seven-time champion at Wimbledon, made it clear he was not happy with the behaviour of supporters during his 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 win over 15th-ranked Holger Rune.

Djokovic took exception to constant chants of "Rune" throughout the match at Centre Court, which the Serb interpreted as boos directed at him.

"To all the fans that have had respect and stayed here tonight, I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I appreciate it," said a seemingly angry Djokovic.

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"And to all those people that have chosen to disrespect the player – in this case me – have a goooooooood night," he added, mocking the chants of "Ruuuuune".

The interviewer then informed Djokovic that fans were shouting "Rune" rather than "boo", but the Serbian star was having none of it.

"They were [booing]. They were. I am not accepting it. No, no, no. I know they were cheering for Rune but that's an excuse to also boo," he said.

"Listen, I have been on the tour for more than 20 years. I know all the tricks, I know how it works. I focus on the respectful people that pay for the ticket, and love tennis and appreciate the players.

"I have played in much more hostile environments, trust me – you guys can't touch me."

Later in the post-match presser, Djokovic said there is not much organisers can do to check crowd behaviour.

“Look, I don’t know what Wimbledon can really do about it. I mean, in those particular moments when it happens, the crowd paid their tickets. They have the right to be