Djokovic wants to visit Australia again

Novak Djokovic doesn’t want to write his history at the Australian Open in the past. Crowned nine times at Melbourne Courts (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020 and 2021), the Serb failed to defend his title last January. Having refused a vaccine against the coronavirus, the former world No 1 was at the center of a controversy that verged on a diplomatic incident upon his arrival in Australia. After a legal battle, Novak Djokovic was expelled from Australian territory and banned from returning for three years. During a press conference during the ATP tournament in Astana this Wednesday, the Serb raised the possibility of participating in the next Australian Open and admitted that he expects. ” I am still awaiting news regarding the lifting of the three-year ban imposed on me earlier this year. “, first relying on the current world no.7.

Djokovic: “I want to play in Australia”

With this clarification given by the Australian authorities, Novak Djokovic confirmed that nothing is certain about his presence in Melbourne next January. ” Once it is cleared, it is necessary to apply for a visarecalled the Serb in front of reporters. It is a two step process. Hope it happens. “But, despite everything, there is a desire to replay the first lift of the Grand Slam that Novak Djokovic has fixed on his body.” I want to play in AustraliaHe said during this press conference. Whatever happens I will decide in the next few months. Despite everything, the former world No. 1 is certain to be at Melbourne Park as he has already missed the entirety of the recent US tour, including the US Open.