Serbian superstar Novak Djokovic said match-fixing is not prevalent at the top level of tennis, as allegations of corruption overshadow the start of the Australian Open.
The world number one claimed that he had rejected £110,000 to lose a match early in his career, says there is “no real proof” of fixing among the elite.
“It’s just speculation,” said the Serb 10-time Grand Slam champion.
Those files indicate that, over the past decade, 16 players who have been ranked in the world’s top 50 have been repeatedly flagged to the Tennis Integrity Unit (TIU) over suspicions they have thrown matches.
All of the players, including winners of Grand Slam titles, were allowed to continue competing.
