Intro:

Novak Djokovic ruled out any concerns over his fitness heading into the Australian Open despite missing a practice session on Saturday (17th January) due to illness.

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SOUNDBITE (English) Novak Djokovic, first seed:(On why he missed Saturday's practice)

"Well, I had tough couple days. But it's all behind me now. I'm ready for the Open."

(Q: What are you suffering with? A cold?)

"Yeah, little bit with the flu and stomach. But I carried that already from the Middle East a little bit. But now it's good. It's passed."

SOUNDBITE (English) Novak Djokovic, first seed:(On his chances of winning the Grand Slam)

"Considering the success that I had in my career in this tournament gives me enough reason and confidence to believe I can go far. But again, you know, I have to start the tournament well. It's the beginning of the season. We already have one of the four biggest tournaments in sport. 120 players want to prove that they deserve to be in this tournament, and they have, of course, huge motivation to win against the top players. It's something that is obviously keeping us all cautious, and we have to have a right and humble approach to the tournament. So I'll take it one match at a time."

SOUNDBITE (English) Novak Djokovic, first seed:(On his first round opponent)

"I don't know much. Honestly I know he's from Slovenia. I watched him play a little bit in Chennai, I think semifinals. I've seen he's a baseline player. Good, solid, two-handed backhand. Obviously he's going to be very motivated to perform well. If we get to play on center court, I'm sure it's going to be a unique experience for him. He's got nothing to lose."