"Thanks to my team, I felt better than last night" - Djokovic after win in Belgrade

For the second straight day at the Serbia Open, Novak Djokovic won a comeback three-setter against an in-form countryman.

The World No. 1 again battled back from a set and a break down Thursday against Miomir Kecmanovic to advance to the semi-finals in his native Belgrade, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. Djokovic extended his win streak against Serbians to 10 matches, improving his record to 27-4 against his countrymen and 36-6 in his home nation.

He said:

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"The scenario was similar to last evening's match, but I managed to win and qualify for the semis. Thanks to my team, I felt better than last night."

He further said:

"It's a very strange feeling, sharing the court with your compatriots. Obviously the crowd was phenomenal for both players in yesterday's match and today. They're very rare occasions when I'm able to play at home and experience this atmosphere, so I'm trying to enjoy every single moment."

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