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Video: Djokovic Makes Muller's Magic Disappear



Novak Djokovic's problem-solving skills can be a bit disconcerting for opponents.

The speed with which the world No. 1 delivered solutions in his fourth-round victory had to be downright demoralizing for Gilles Muller.

Watch as the left-handed Muller goes airborne making one of the toughest shots in tennis — the high backhand volley — look like a routine part of his repertoire. It was the world No. 42's best shot of the night and might have been the shot of the match against most players.

Muller's magic moment didn't last long.

Djokovic counters with buzz-kill brilliance, curling a sliding forehand drop shot at such an acute angle, his opponent loses his balance trying to change direction.

Eye-popping court coverage combined with Djokovic's sharp serving—he hit 13 aces and did not drop serve—were key components in the top seed's 6-4, 7-5, 7-5 victory that vaulted him into his eighth straight Australian Open quarterfinal.



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