Serbian ace Novak Djokovic is hopeful that fans will be allowed to enter the arenas for next year's Australia Open that is scheduled to be held in January. Spectators are still barred from most stadiums amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Majority of tennis events, held after COVID-19 stoppage, have been played in empty stadiums, with a select few allowing fans in few numbers to attend with social distancing protocols in place to curb the spread of the virus.

"If Australia happens, I'm hearing that we are going to have at least 50 per cent of the capacity of the stadium. That's a lot, I think even 10 per cent would be huge for us at this stage," Djokovic said after moving into the semis of the ATP Finals in London.

"Just hearing the applause and hearing the fans and sensing their energy and their emotion and their kind of excitement for being there and cheering you on on the court, that's something that I think we're all missing."

Defending champion and world no. one Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open for a record eight times. He said he hoped the feeling of "walking into an empty stadium" would be temporary but was glad they were able to resume the season this year despite the pandemic.

"Strange is probably the right word to describe the season, but nevertheless I still feel like we played a lot of tournaments considering we had a six-months gap in the middle of the season," he added.

"We still managed to play three out of four Grand Slams and the ATP Finals and some big Masters 1000 events like Cincinnati and Rome."

Serbian ace Novak Djokovic is hopeful that fans will be allowed to enter the arenas for next year's Australia Open that is scheduled to be held in January. Spectators are still barred from most stadiums amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Serbian ace Novak Djokovic is hopeful that fans will be allowed to enter the arenas for next year's Australia Open that is scheduled to be held in January. Spectators are still barred from most stadiums amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Also read: Novak Djokovic reaches ATP Finals semis, Rafael Nadal showdown still on Majority of tennis events, held after COVID-19 stoppage, have been played in empty stadiums, with a select few allowing fans in few numbers to attend with social distancing protocols in place to curb the spread of the virus. "If Australia happens, I'm hearing that we are going to have at least 50 per cent of the capacity of the stadium. That's a lot, I think even 10 per cent would be huge for us at this stage," Djokovic said after moving into the semis of the ATP Finals in London. "Just hearing the applause and hearing the fans and sensing their energy and their emotion and their kind of excitement for being there and cheering you on on the court, that's something that I think we're all missing." Defending champion and world no. one Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open for a record eight times. He said he hoped the feeling of "walking into an empty stadium" would be temporary but was glad they were able to resume the season this year despite the pandemic. "Strange is probably the right word to describe the season, but nevertheless I still feel like we played a lot of tournaments considering we had a six-months gap in the middle of the season," he added. "We still managed to play three out of four Grand Slams and the ATP Finals and some big Masters 1000 events like Cincinnati and Rome."

Australian Open crowds at 10 per cent capacity would be a boon, says  Novak Djokovic

Dates for the semi-finals clash for the FA Cup have been confirmed. Pep Guardiola's Manchester City will take on Mike Arteta's Arsenal on July 19, whereas, Chelsea versus Manchester United will take place the following day.&nbsp;

These matches will take place behind closed doors at Wembley Stadium and the dates were confirmed after a Sunday draw.&nbsp;

Defending champions Man City booked a semi-finals berth after beating Newcastle and are considered as favourites to lift this year's FA Cup too.&nbsp;

Both Frank Lampard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are looking for their first silverware in charge off their current clubs, though Solskjaer did win the Norwegian equivalent during his time at Molde.&nbsp;

In terms of Premier League, Liverpool has been crowned champions after 30 years. The Reds have already smashed the record of becoming the fastest Premier League champions while being on course to set a new record points tally and winning margin as they hold a 23-point lead atop the Premier League standings.

Dates for the semi-finals clash for the FA Cup have been confirmed. Pep Guardiola's Manchester City will take on Mike Arteta's Arsenal on July 19, whereas, Chelsea versus Manchester United will take place the following day.

Dates for the semi-finals clash for the FA Cup have been confirmed. Pep Guardiola's Manchester City will take on Mike Arteta's Arsenal on July 19, whereas, Chelsea versus Manchester United will take place the following day. These matches will take place behind closed doors at Wembley Stadium and the dates were confirmed after a Sunday draw. Defending champions Man City booked a semi-finals berth after beating Newcastle and are considered as favourites to lift this year's FA Cup too. Both Frank Lampard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are looking for their first silverware in charge off their current clubs, though Solskjaer did win the Norwegian equivalent during his time at Molde. In terms of Premier League, Liverpool has been crowned champions after 30 years. The Reds have already smashed the record of becoming the fastest Premier League champions while being on course to set a new record points tally and winning margin as they hold a 23-point lead atop the Premier League standings.

Dates for FA Cup semi-finals confirmed! Matches to be held in 'empty' Wembley

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs.&nbsp;

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The match is underway behind closed doors due to the coronavirus fears. The players had to do pick up the ball from the stands when balls went for six, normally the crowd would do the job by throwing the ball back on the ground but the fielders had to find the balls in the large stadium after it was struck for a six.&nbsp;

Global sporting events have been affected by the global pandemic called the novel coronavirus. These events are either cancelled, postponed or played behind closed doors to contain the outbreak.&nbsp;

In one such hilarious incident, Lockie Ferguson had to do the spectator's job when he went looking for the ball after Aaron Finch dispatched a six off Ish Sodhi's delivery in the 18th over.&nbsp;

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Ferguson was seen going through the seats looking for the ball.&nbsp;

Aaron Finch (60) and David Warner's (67) 127 runs partnership helped Aussies pose an above-average 258 runs in 50 overs.&nbsp;

Australia had a setback before the match began as Kane Richardson was sent into quarantine and his sample is being tested for the novel coronavirus. Richardson complained about have a sore throat.&nbsp;

With the novel coronavirus spreading like a wildfire, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also have decided to hold the remaining two matches of the India versus South Africa ODI series behind closed doors. Complying to the advisory issued by the Health Ministry, the BCCI has decided to avoid mass gatherings and will conduct remaining two ODI matches with no spectators in the stadium.&nbsp;

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs.

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs. Also read: Remaining 2 ODIs of India vs South Africa series to be played behind closed doors amid coronavirus pandemic The match is underway behind closed doors due to the coronavirus fears. The players had to do pick up the ball from the stands when balls went for six, normally the crowd would do the job by throwing the ball back on the ground but the fielders had to find the balls in the large stadium after it was struck for a six. Global sporting events have been affected by the global pandemic called the novel coronavirus. These events are either cancelled, postponed or played behind closed doors to contain the outbreak. In one such hilarious incident, Lockie Ferguson had to do the spectator's job when he went looking for the ball after Aaron Finch dispatched a six off Ish Sodhi's delivery in the 18th over. Good arm, Lockie! #AUSvNZ pic.twitter.com/xY7QtF5UGf — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) March 13, 2020 × Ferguson was seen going through the seats looking for the ball. Aaron Finch (60) and David Warner's (67) 127 runs partnership helped Aussies pose an above-average 258 runs in 50 overs. Australia had a setback before the match began as Kane Richardson was sent into quarantine and his sample is being tested for the novel coronavirus. Richardson complained about have a sore throat. With the novel coronavirus spreading like a wildfire, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also have decided to hold the remaining two matches of the India versus South Africa ODI series behind closed doors. Complying to the advisory issued by the Health Ministry, the BCCI has decided to avoid mass gatherings and will conduct remaining two ODI matches with no spectators in the stadium.

Watch: Hilarious! Lockie Ferguson searches for ball in empty stand at SCG after hit for six

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