Djokovic's dad to stay away from Australian Open semifinal
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic's dad to stay away from Australian Open semifinal

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Novak Djokovic's father decided to stay away from the 21-time Grand Slam champion's semifinal after getting embroiled in a flap involving spectators who brought banned Russian flags to Melbourne Park, Tennis Australia said Friday. “Throughout the event, we’ve spoken with players and their teams about the importance of not engaging in any activity that causes distress or disruption,” Tennis Australia said. "Tennis Australia stands with the call for peace and an end to war and violent conflict in Ukraine.” After the younger Djokovic's quarterfinal victory over Russian player Andrey Rublev on Wednesday, Srdjan Djokovic was filmed standing with a group of people waving Russian flags — at least one showing an image of Vladimir Putin — outside Rod Laver Arena. On Jan. 17, the second day of the Australian Open, flags from Russia and Belarus were banned from Melbourne Park after more than one was brought into the stands by spectators the day before.

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Novak Djokovic still ‘traumatised’ by Australian Open deportation controversy: ‘Are they going to detain me again…’
3 days, 7 hours ago

Novak Djokovic still ‘traumatised’ by Australian Open deportation controversy: ‘Are they going to detain me again…’

Hindustan Times  

On January 9, the Australian Open men’s and women’s singles draw will be revealed, and all eyes will once again be on Novak Djokovic, who courted controversy in the country during the Covid-19 pandemic. Three years ago, he was detained when he arrived in Melbourne for the Grand Slam event, as he didn’t meet the requirements for vaccination to enter …

Novak Djokovic still stressed at Melbourne airport after 2022 deportation
3 days, 13 hours ago

Novak Djokovic still stressed at Melbourne airport after 2022 deportation

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic has admitted to still getting stressed when he gets off a plane at Melbourne airport after he was deported from Australia three years ago. The 24-time Grand Slam champion had his visa cancelled ahead of the 2022 Australian Open following days of drama over Australia’s COVID-19 entry rules and his unvaccinated status. And some traces still stay there …

Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist ahead of Australian Open
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic plays down concerns about wrist ahead of Australian Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic played down concerns about a right wrist injury ahead of his Australian Open title defence, saying on Saturday that he had managed more serious problems in his last two triumphant campaigns. “I had time from the last match against De Minaur in the United Cup to my first match here to recover,” Djokovic told reporters ahead of his …

Commonwealth Games pin hopes on UK bail-out after Australian hosts pull out over costs
1 year, 5 months ago

Commonwealth Games pin hopes on UK bail-out after Australian hosts pull out over costs

The Telegraph  

By Roger Maynard The man who blew the whistle on the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Victoria is arguably one of Australia’s most divisive politicians. His decision to abandon the Commonwealth Games, a move widely denounced by sporting bodies, athletes and the public at large, is yet another example of his seeming disregard for popular sentiment. Indeed it may have been …

Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan not courtside for Australian Open final after Russian flag controversy
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan not courtside for Australian Open final after Russian flag controversy

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s father was absent from his son’s player’s box for the Australian Open final Sunday following a controversy over images of him posing with a Russian flag featuring Vladimir Putin. Srdjan Djokovic was not sitting courtside with the former world number one’s coaching staff and his mother Dijana at the start of the final against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Rod …

Novak Djokovic's Father Not Courtside for Australian Open Final vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic's Father Not Courtside for Australian Open Final vs Stefanos Tsitsipas

News 18  

Novak Djokovic’s father was absent from his son’s player’s box for the Australian Open final Sunday following a controversy over images of him posing with a Russian flag featuring Vladimir Putin. Srdjan Djokovic was not sitting courtside with the former world number one’s coaching staff and his mother Dijana at the start of the final against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Rod …

Australian Open final: Novak Djokovic's father missing from his box after Russian flag contoversy
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open final: Novak Djokovic's father missing from his box after Russian flag contoversy

India Today  

Novak Djokovic had said he would love to have his father at his box for the men's singles final at Australian Open 2023 but Srdjan Djokovic was not seen at his corner on Sunday, January 29. It seems Novak Djokovic's father Srdjan opted not to be in person to watch the men's singles final between his son and Stefanos Tsitsipas …

Djokovic: Driven through controversies by history and ‘school of life’
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic: Driven through controversies by history and ‘school of life’

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic stands on the brink of a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title and it is his determination to be the greatest ever which drives him on through the controversies. The 35-year-old Serb is already one major clear of Roger Federer and victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian Open final on Sunday will draw him level with Rafael Nadal. …

Australian Open chief Tiley tells Djokovic family: ‘Be really careful’
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open chief Tiley tells Djokovic family: ‘Be really careful’

The Hindu  

Australian Open chief Craig Tiley on Saturday advised Novak Djokovic’s family to be “really careful” of people using the tournament’s global exposure as a platform for “disruptive” purposes. It follows a video posted on a pro-Russian YouTube account showing Djokovic’s father Srdjan posing in Melbourne Park with a fan holding a Russian flag that featured the face of Vladimir Putin. …

Australian Open Chief Advices Novak Djokovic's Family to be 'Careful' After Russian Flag Controversy
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open Chief Advices Novak Djokovic's Family to be 'Careful' After Russian Flag Controversy

News 18  

Australian Open chief Craig Tiley on Saturday advised Novak Djokovic’s family to be “really careful” of people using the tournament’s global exposure as a platform for “disruptive” purposes. It follows a video posted on a pro-Russian YouTube account showing Djokovic’s father Srdjan posing in Melbourne Park with a fan holding a Russian flag that featured the face of Vladimir Putin. …

Djokovic’s dad stays away from Australian Open semifinal
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic’s dad stays away from Australian Open semifinal

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic’s father stayed away from the 21-time Grand Slam champion’s semifinal victory on Friday after getting embroiled in a flap involving spectators who brought banned Russian flags to Melbourne Park. Srdjan Djokovic released a statement saying he would not be at Rod Laver Arena, “so there is no disruption.” Novak Djokovic wound up beating unseeded American …

Djokovic’s father skips Australian Open semi-final after flag controversy
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic’s father skips Australian Open semi-final after flag controversy

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan said he would not attend his son’s Australian Open semi-final on Friday to avoid further “disruption” after he was pictured with fans holding Russian flags. The story so far Ukraine’s ambassador to Australia on Friday urged tennis officials to ban Novak Djokovic’s father from the Australian Open after he was filmed posing with fans holding Russian …

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 'very upset' by actions of Novak Djokovic's father
1 year, 11 months ago

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 'very upset' by actions of Novak Djokovic's father

Firstpost  

Kostyuk, whose country was invaded by Russia last year, said she was surprised and hurt to see Russian flags in the stands and around the tournament despite the ban on them. Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk said Friday it was “very upsetting” to see Novak Djokovic’s father posing alongside a Russian flag with President Vladimir Putin’s face on it at …

Ukraine urges Australian Open to ban Novak Djokovic's father
1 year, 11 months ago

Ukraine urges Australian Open to ban Novak Djokovic's father

The Hindu  

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia on Friday urged tennis officials to ban Novak Djokovic's father from the Australian Open after he was filmed posing with fans holding Russian flags. A video posted to a pro-Russian Australian YouTube account on Thursday showed Djokovic's father Srdjan posing with a man holding a Russian flag with Vladimir Putin's face on it. Serbian tennis reporters …

Novak Djokovic defends father Srdjan over Russian flag controversy at Australian Open: We will never support war
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic defends father Srdjan over Russian flag controversy at Australian Open: We will never support war

India Today  

9-time champion Novak Djokovic defended his father, Srdjan, after a video of the latter posing with fans holding Russian flags at the Australian Open after his son's quarter-final match on Wednesday. Speaking to the press after his semi-final win over Tommy Paul, Novak Djokovic reiterated the words of his father, saying that his family was against war and that they …

Ukrainian ambassador calls for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from Australian Open over Russian flag incident
1 year, 11 months ago

Ukrainian ambassador calls for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from Australian Open over Russian flag incident

ABC  

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has called for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from the Australian Open, after he posed with a group holding the Russian flag. Key points: The Ukrainian ambassador is calling on Tennis Australia to impose sanctions on Srdjan Djokovic Russian and Belarusian flags are banned from the Australian Open Novak Djokovic's management has been contacted for …

Novak Djokovic’s father poses with Vladimir Putin supporters at Australian Open
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s father poses with Vladimir Putin supporters at Australian Open

The Independent  

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Australian Open: Novak Djokovic's father poses with pro-Russia fans, creates controversy
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic's father poses with pro-Russia fans, creates controversy

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Serbia star Novak Djokovic found himself at the centre of a controversy at the ongoing Australian Open tennis tournament when his father Srdjan posed for pictures with a group of supporters of Russia president Vladimir Putin. The group of Russia supporters who posed for pictures Srdjan Djokovic were holding a Russian flag with Vladimir Putin’s face on it. While …

4 with Russian flags kicked out of Australian Open by police
1 year, 11 months ago

4 with Russian flags kicked out of Australian Open by police

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Four people were kicked out of the Australian Open after displaying Russian flags — which have been banned from Melbourne Park — and threatening security guards, police and Tennis Australia said Thursday. The flags, at least one of which included an image of Vladimir Putin, were being waved during a gathering outside of Rod Laver Arena after …

Djokovic’s father poses with tennis fans waving pro-Russia flags
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic’s father poses with tennis fans waving pro-Russia flags

Al Jazeera  

The video emerged as police removed four people from the Australian Open tournament for displaying Russian flags. Novak Djokovic’s father has been filmed posing with fans brandishing pro-Russian flags at the Australian Open in scenes Ukraine’s ambassador slammed as “a disgrace”. Story/video via @jamesgraysport:https://t.co/L4gtaKKNP6 pic.twitter.com/qnOx3MGYqB — Ben Rothenberg January 26, 2023 Serbian tennis reporters confirmed it was Djokovic’s father and …

Australian Open 2023 bans Russian flags after ‘disruption’
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023 bans Russian flags after ‘disruption’

The Independent  

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Australian Open 2023: Djokovic’s return to Melbourne Park splits fans
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Djokovic’s return to Melbourne Park splits fans

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic returns to Rod Laver Arena to start his Australian Open campaign on Tuesday night, but tennis fans at Melbourne Park for the day session were split over the reception he might receive. Australian Open organisers have said any fans targeting Djokovic, who begins his quest against Spain’s Roberto Carballes Baena, would be slapped with potential tournament bans. “I’m …

Australian Open bans flags from Russia, Belarus on site
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open bans flags from Russia, Belarus on site

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Flags from Russia and Belarus were banned from the site of the Australian Open on Tuesday after more than one was brought into the stands by spectators on Day 1 of the year’s first Grand Slam tournament. We will continue to work with the players and our fans to ensure that this is the best possible environment …

Australian Open 2023: Amid Ukraine Protest, Russia and Belarus Flags Banned by Tennis Australia
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Amid Ukraine Protest, Russia and Belarus Flags Banned by Tennis Australia

News 18  

Tennis Australia on Tuesday banned Russian and Belarusian flags at the Australian Open after Ukraine’s ambassador demanded action when they were sighted among the crowd. “Flags from Russia and Belarus are banned onsite at the Australian Open,” Tennis Australia said in a statement. “I strongly condemn the public display of the Russian flag during the game of the Ukrainian tennis …

Australian Open bans flags from Russia, Belarus on site
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open bans flags from Russia, Belarus on site

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Flags from Russia and Belarus …

Australian Open bans flags from Russia and Belarus on site
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open bans flags from Russia and Belarus on site

LA Times  

Spectators display a Russian flag during a match between Kamilla Rakhimova of Russia and Kateryna Baindl of Ukraine at the Australian Open on Monday. We will continue to work with the players and our fans to ensure that this is the best possible environment to enjoy the tennis.” One Russian flag was displayed during Ukrainian player Kateryna Baindl’s 7-5, 6-7, …

Australian Open bans Russian flag after Ukraine complaint
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open bans Russian flag after Ukraine complaint

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine’s ambassador criticises the display of the Russian flag during Ukrainian player Kateryna Baindl’s first-round match. Australian Open organisers have banned Russian and Belarusian flags from the Melbourne Park precinct during the tournament after a complaint from Ukraine’s ambassador to the country. “I strongly condemn the public display of the Russian flag during the game of the Ukrainian tennis player …

Djokovic cuts Australian Open practice short over hamstring issue: reports
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic cuts Australian Open practice short over hamstring issue: reports

The Hindu  

Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic reportedly cut short a practice match against Daniil Medvedev on Wednesday because of a left hamstring issue, five days before the Grand Slam. “It’s the hamstring that I had problems with in Adelaide last week,” Djokovic said, according to 9News. Djokovic, who won the Adelaide crown on Sunday despite the lingering hamstring issue, is …

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Australian Open spectators were warned on Wednesday that they risk being ejected if they target nine-time champion Novak Djokovic. Read: Djokovic feels ’the love’ on Australia return, holds no grudges Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley told the Herald Sun newspaper that any fans looking to taunt Djokovic would not be tolerated. “I have an expectation that people will …

Novak Djokovic Resigned to Missing More US Tournaments over Vaccination Status
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic Resigned to Missing More US Tournaments over Vaccination Status

News 18  

Novak Djokovic said “it is what it is” Thursday as he faced the prospect of missing more tournaments in the United States over his refusal to have a coronavirus shot. The former world number one is set to miss the prestigious Indian Wells and Miami Open ATP 1000 events after US authorities extended their requirement for international visitors to be …

Novak Djokovic urges Wimbledon to allow Russian players to return
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic urges Wimbledon to allow Russian players to return

The Independent  

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Adelaide International: Novak Djokovic romps in first singles clash in Australia since deportation
2 years ago

Adelaide International: Novak Djokovic romps in first singles clash in Australia since deportation

Firstpost  

It was Novak Djokovic’s first singles clash in the country after being kicked out before the 2022 Australian Open for not being vaccinated for Covid-19. But I’m just happy to be here focusing on tennis, and enjoying my time with you guys.” Things you love to see 😍@DjokerNole on a tennis court 👋 pic.twitter.com/qukEwfGsu4 — ATP Tour January 2, 2023 …

Adelaide International: Djokovic wins first singles match in Australia since deportation in 2022
2 years ago

Adelaide International: Djokovic wins first singles match in Australia since deportation in 2022

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic cruised through his first singles match in Australia since being deported last year with a 6-3 6-2 victory over Constant Lestienne at the Adelaide International 1 on Tuesday. After being well received by fans during a rare doubles appearance on Monday, Djokovic began his preparations for the Jan. 16-29 Australian Open against world number 65 Lestienne by racing …

Djokovic receives hero’s welcome despite loss at Adelaide International
2 years ago

Djokovic receives hero’s welcome despite loss at Adelaide International

The Hindu  

Tennis fans gave Novak Djokovic a raucous welcome during his first match in Australia in almost two years when he made a rare doubles appearance at the Adelaide International on Monday. Playing with Canada’s Vasek Pospisil, they lost to doubles specialists Tomislav Brkic and Gonzalo Escobar 4-6, 6-3, 10/5 but enjoyed overwhelming crowd support along the way. The Serbian superstar …

Novak Djokovic says difficult to forget deportation, but no hard feelings after returning to Australia
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic says difficult to forget deportation, but no hard feelings after returning to Australia

India Today  

21-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic said he does not have any bad feelings about returning to Australia but that he would never be able to forget the deportation from the country. Djokovic's chance to defend his Australian Open crown went up in smoke as he was unvaccinated at a time when the country was still subject to strict quarantine …

Novak Djokovic due to return to Australia, says tennis boss
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic due to return to Australia, says tennis boss

The Hindu  

Former world number one Novak Djokovic was due to return to Australia on Tuesday, almost one year after he was deported for refusing to be vaccinated against Covid-19, the country’s tennis boss said. Tennis Australia chief executive Craig Tiley said he hoped local fans would embrace Djokovic’s return. “Over the years I’ve been really fortunate to start very strong in …

The Petition to Allow Djokovic to Compete in the US Open has Nearly 12,000 Signatures
2 years, 5 months ago

The Petition to Allow Djokovic to Compete in the US Open has Nearly 12,000 Signatures

News 18  

Almost 12,000 people have signed an online petition calling for the United States Tennis Association to work with the country’s government to allow Novak Djokovic to compete in the U.S. Open despite his refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Djokovic will not be able to participate in the year’s final Grand Slam due to current rules under which travellers seeking …

Novak Djokovic Hopes for Change in Virus Rule at US Open
2 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic Hopes for Change in Virus Rule at US Open

News 18  

Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic is hoping US authorities change entry rules in time to allow him to compete at the US Open, even though he refuses to be vaccinated against coronavirus. “I’m not vaccinated and I’m not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you …

Wimbledon's ban on Russians is a mistake says Djokovic
2 years, 7 months ago

Wimbledon's ban on Russians is a mistake says Djokovic

The Hindu  

Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players from this year's tournament following the invasion of Ukraine was wrong and lacked respect, world number one Novak Djokovic said on Monday. "On a personal level of course, without getting a chance to play and defend my 4,000 points from Australia and Wimbledon, I will drop them this year," said Djokovic. Djokovic, …

Nadal, Djokovic slam Wimbledon ban on Russian players
2 years, 8 months ago

Nadal, Djokovic slam Wimbledon ban on Russian players

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic criticized Wimbledon's decision to exclude players from Russia and Belarus from taking part in this year’s tournament following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. it’s not their fault what’s happening in this moment with the war,” Nadal, a 21-time Grand Slam winner, said in Spain where both he and Djokovic are preparing to play in the Madrid …

Novak Djokovic condemns Wimbledon’s ban on Russian tennis players
2 years, 8 months ago

Novak Djokovic condemns Wimbledon’s ban on Russian tennis players

Al Jazeera  

The UK-based tennis tournament announced the ban in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Tennis star Novak Djokovic has called a ban on Russian and Belarusian players competing at Wimbledon “crazy”. “The Belarusian Tennis Federation categorically condemns the decision taken by the organisers of Wimbledon to suspend Belarusian and Russian tennis players,” it said in a statement. “Such destructive …

Novak Djokovic and Russian athletes are likely to compete at the French Open
2 years, 9 months ago

Novak Djokovic and Russian athletes are likely to compete at the French Open

NPR  

Novak Djokovic and Russian athletes are likely to compete at the French Open Enlarge this image toggle caption Karim Sahib/AFP via Getty Images Karim Sahib/AFP via Getty Images French Open organizers say Novak Djokovic is allowed to compete at Roland-Garros even if he is still not vaccinated when the Grand Slam tournament begins in May — as long as coronavirus …

Djokovic plans 2023 Australian Open return - tournament chief Tiley
2 years, 11 months ago

Djokovic plans 2023 Australian Open return - tournament chief Tiley

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic intends to play the Australian Open in 2023, tournament chief Craig Tiley said on Sunday while blaming “miscommunication” for his deportation ahead of this year’s event. Tiley has kept a low profile since, but asked on Sunday whether the unvaccinated Serbian planned to return for the 2023 tournament despite the possibility that his visa could be revoked for …

Novak Djokovic's coach Marian Vajda calls Australian Open saga 'unjust'
2 years, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic's coach Marian Vajda calls Australian Open saga 'unjust'

Firstpost  

Djokovic flew out of Melbourne last Sunday after he failed in a last-gasp court bid to stay and play in the opening Grand Slam tournament of the year, where he was targeting a record 21st major title. Novak Djokovic’s long-time coach Marian Vajda said Australia’s deportation of the world number one was “unjust” but said the Serb had not had …

Novak Djokovic: Court reveals why tennis star was deported from Australia
2 years, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic: Court reveals why tennis star was deported from Australia

The Independent  

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How much is the Novak Djokovic saga about nationality, politics or privilege?
2 years, 11 months ago

How much is the Novak Djokovic saga about nationality, politics or privilege?

The Independent  

Every once in a while, the fate of a single individual serves to highlight the tensions that simmer almost perpetually beneath the surface of sport and politics. Four days later, he was released, after a successful appeal against the federal government’s view that his medical exemption – obtained on the basis of a positive Covid test in December – offered …

Judges reveal why Novak Djokovic had to miss Australian Open
2 years, 11 months ago

Judges reveal why Novak Djokovic had to miss Australian Open

CNN  

CNN — Three judges who unanimously rejected Novak Djokovic’s bid to stay in Australia to contest the Australian Open have revealed their reasons for the ruling. The ruling said it was open to the minister to infer Djokovic’s presence could encourage anti-vax protests, which could aid the spread of Covid-19. Darko Vojinovic/AP Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic said Australia’s treatment …

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic Now Faces French Open Ban
2 years, 11 months ago

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic Now Faces French Open Ban

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING BELGRADE, Serbia — Novak Djokovic returned home Monday after being thwarted from defending his Australian Open title only to face a new predicament: He could be barred from the French Open this year, too, if he’s still not vaccinated against COVID-19. Djokovic’s Australian saga began when he was granted an exemption to strict vaccination rules by two …

Djokovic’s deportation exposes Australian border debate
2 years, 11 months ago

Djokovic’s deportation exposes Australian border debate

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Weary after two years of some of the harshest COVID-19 border restrictions in the world, many Australians wanted Novak Djokovic kicked out of their country for traveling to a tennis tournament in their country without being vaccinated. Back in 2013, the border issue wasn’t unvaccinated foreigners like Djokovic but thousands of asylum seekers from Asia, the Middle …

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