Djokovic was 'very close' to withdrawing from US Open

World number one Novak Djokovic has revealed he came "very close" to joining the list of big-name absentees at the US Open due to the coronavirus pandemic. Djokovic last week confirmed his participation in the grand slam at Flushing Meadows and is a strong favourite to win what would be his 18th major title in an event that will be staged behind closed doors. Rafael Nadal withdrew earlier this...