Novak Djokovic is currently in a 14-day quarantine, but is still permitted to leave his hotel room for five hours a day to practice and train for the upcoming ATP Cup and Australian Open. He became a spectator this week in Adelaide as he watched two youngsters rally on the street just outside his patio.

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The 17-time Grand Slam champion was all smiles as he took in the action down below, and he even interacted with the children. Djokovic can be heard saying "good job, boys" and he sets his book down to clap for them.

Djokovic has been friendly with his fans and photographers this week, given he's extremely socially distanced from anyone passing by.

The 33-year-old recently received backlash for his letter to Tennis Australia requesting that quarantine rules be relaxed for players in Melbourne. Nick Kyrgios was among those who criticized the Serbian, who soon posted a statement explaining his side of the story.

The ATP Cup begins on Feb. 1, with the Australian Open kicking off Feb. 8.

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Djokovic takes 
in scenes from 
hotel balcony

Djokovic takes in scenes from hotel balcony