"I've had some really great results in the past here, but of course every year is different" - Novak Djokovic on reaching Madrid Open QF

Novak Djokovic advanced to the quarterfinals of the Madrid Masters without even taking the court after his third-round opponent, Andy Murray, withdrew before the match due to illness.

Following his walkover into the last eight, Djokovic delved into his good results in past years at the Caja Magica. The World No. 1, who is a three-time champion in Madrid, said he was aware that every year presents a different challenge.

"I've had some really great results in the past here," Djokovic told the Tennis Channel. "But of course every year is different. I haven't been here (for) three years. So far so good in the tournament."

Djokovic won his third Madrid title on his last visit to Caja Magica in 2019. His previous triumphs came in 2011 and 2016.

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"I'm getting used to everything, so the altitude is not affecting me in a negative way" - Novak Djokovic on the conditions in Madrid

Novak Djokovic at the 2022 Mutua Madrid Open - Day Six

Novak Djokovic has been a regular at the Madrid Masters since his tournament debut in 2006, when he lost to Fernando Gonzalez in the quarterfinals.

Unlike most tournaments on the ATP tour, Madrid is at a high altitude, which causes the ball to move quicker through the air. To combat the same, players usually arrive a few days in advance to get acclimatized to the conditions, and Djokovic is no different.

"I think it (altitude) does help, to some extent. It's also tricky, because the ball flies through the air more than in any other tournament. It's still not very high altitude, 500 meters, but you can still feel it. Hot day, new balls, it's not easy to control the ball from the baseline. So, it's best to come a bit earlier, get those practice days in. The more you play, the better you feel, at least my case, on this court."

The Serb added that serving well can reap rich dividends when playing at altitude.

"I'm getting used to everything so the altitude is not affecting me in a negative way. Now I'm using to my own interest, my own advantage. Ball is coming to you, you can strike it nicely. If you're serving well, it's a big advantage."

Djokovic will play Hubert Hurkacz in the quarterfinals on Friday (May 6), after the Pole beat Dusan Lajovic in the third round.

The World No. 1 could meet five-time winner Rafael Nadal in a blockbuster semifinal.

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