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Djokovic, who was forced to retire with the problem from last
week's Dubai Championships quarter-final against Spaniard
Feliciano Lopez, showed no sign of problems as he brushed aside
his opponent in the acoustic Pionir Arena.
The 28-year-old from Belgrade delighted the home fans, who
enjoyed a rare opportunity to watch him live because there are
no major tour events in Serbia, with a barrage of sizzling
winners, including some spectacular net points.
Cheered on by a band of 170 colorful Kazakh supporters sporting
a giant drum and trumpets, Nedovyesov, ranked 200th on the men's
ATP Tour, had his moments.
He showed grit to win the longest game of the match and take a
2-1 lead in the second set, but that spurred Djokovic into
action and the Serb found another gear.
Having had his left shoulder massaged by Serbia's team doctor
during breaks between games in the third set, Djokovic closed
out the match in one hour and 53 minutes.
(Editing by Ed Osmond)
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