In his interview with Racquetmag, Opelka called the criticism meted out to Novak Djokovic ‘frustrating’.

The 23-year-old American also lauded Novak Djokovic’s big-hearted nature, recalling an incident at the recent US Open where the Serb’s genuine interest in his health left him touched. According to Reilly Opelka, Djokovic is a well-wisher of the sport who always keeps himself abreast with his colleagues’ well-being.

I’d like to see them regulate the gambling: Reilly Opelka on Novak Djokovic’s PTPA

Reilly Opelka was then asked about the changes he’d like the Novak Djokovic-led Association bring about. In response, the American singled out the issue of gambling - or match-fixing - that many believe is widespread in the sport.

The American then made a rather startling revelation that he had been on the receiving end of death threats after some of his losses.

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