TIMELINE: Novak Djokovic’s bid to compete at Australian Open

Published January 14, 2022 1:07 AM

By HOWARD FENDRICH
AP Tennis Writer

Novak Djokovic’s attempt to stave off deportation and be allowed to play in the Australian Open despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19 is headed for a legal hearing the day before he is scheduled to begin his title defense at a Grand Slam tournament he’s won a record nine times. The Australian government has canceled his visa twice and Djokovic’s lawyers have appealed twice. The outcome could be determined Sunday, when a court is supposed to hear arguments from both sides on the latest appeal. Djokovic had his visa revoked by Australia’s immigration minister on Friday and is facing deportation.

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