In January, Novak Djokovic Down Under was banned for three years. He still wants to compete in the Australian Open 2023: is it possible?
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the essentials in short
- Tennis star Novak Djokovic plans to take part in the Australian Open.
- In the last edition he was expelled from the country due to his vaccination status.
- A lawyer calculates that the Serbian has a good chance of entering the country in January 2023.
According to an expert, Novak Djokovic could have a good chance of participating in the Australian Open despite his entry ban.
“There is no risk factor in allowing him to return,” immigration attorney Kon-ming Tsai told The Associated Press. According to him, the entry of the 21-time Grand Slam winner is “in Australia’s best interest”.
Good visa prospects
“It won’t be a problem for the community. He is one of the best tennis players in the world and will be able to attract many foreign visitors. “
Tsai said Djokovic has a good chance of success if he applies for an entry visa. All he should do is write to the Australian border authorities, explaining his exceptional circumstances and asking for the re-entry ban to be lifted.
According to the Australian Border Protection Agency, an entry ban can be lifted under certain circumstances and each case will be examined individually.
No entry for three years
The 35-year-old wants to start the Grand Slam tournament in Melbourne in January, tournament director Craig Tiley announced Wednesday. It is up to the Serbs themselves to clarify “the situation” with the government.
Unvaccinated Djokovic had to leave Australia after entering the Australian Open in January of this year. He was also granted a three-year entry ban for the country.
The Australian Open, the first Grand Slam tournament of the year, will take place in Melbourne from January 16-29, 2023.
Should Novak Djokovic be allowed to compete in the Australian Open despite not being vaccinated?
27%
Yes, otherwise the tournament is less attractive.
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Yes, otherwise the tournament is less attractive.
73%
No, the same rules for everyone. He is not allowed to enter.
2
No, the same rules for everyone. He is not allowed to enter.
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