Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologized to Novak Djokovic for comments he says were intended to be “banter” and “humor.”

The host broadcaster has apologized after Novak Djokovic declined to do a customary post-match on court interview at the Australian Open Sunday to protest comments made on air by someone who works for the TV network.

Novak Djokovic is set to escape sanctions for failing to fulfil his media commitments following his fourth-round win over Jiri Lehecka, with news.com.au understanding Tennis Australia has decided not to fine the tennis superstar.