Serbs dismayed as Djokovic’s visa again revoked in Australia

January 14, 2022 6:20 AM

Published January 14, 2022 5:41 AM

By DUSAN STOJANOVIC
Associated Press

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Novak Djokovic’s supporters in Serbia were dismayed after waking up to the news that the top-ranked tennis player again faces deportation from Australia after his visa was revoked for a second time. Australia’s immigration minister used his ministerial discretion to cancel the 34-year-old Serb’s visa on public interest grounds. The decision comes only three days before play begins at the Australian Open. Djokovic’s lawyers appealed at a court in Melbourne. They successfully did that last week as well. Djokovic has an almost iconic status and overwhelming support in Serbia and the saga has captivated the country.

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