Back to the scene! Djokovic arrived in Australia almost a year after his expulsion

Earlier this year, Djokovic arrived in Australia without the then-mandatory covid-19 vaccination and was expelled from the country shortly before the season-opening Grand Slam kicked off. In November, the Australian government said it would grant visas to one of the greatest tennis players in history. In Australia, meanwhile, all coronavirus-related travel restrictions have been lifted, including proof of vaccination upon entering the country.

Currently fifth in the world, Djokovic won the Tournament of Champions in November and will aim for his tenth Australian Open triumph. By winning his 22nd Grand Slam title, he would join Spaniard Rafael Nadal in the historic rankings.