Novak Djokovic confirms legal bid to play in Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has confirmed reports his lawyers have been in discussions with the federal government in a bid to play in the Australian Open.

It’s widely expected the immigration minister will overturn the three-year ban handed to the tennis great after he was deported earlier this year over his COVID vaccination status.

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Speaking at the ATP Tour finals, Djokovic says the process is underway.

“Nothing official yet, we are waiting,” the nine-time Australian Open champion said.

“They are communicating with the government of Australia.”

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