News about djokovic
Here are some recent news updates about Novak Djokovic:
Latest News:
- Australian Open Controversy: Novak Djokovic's visa was cancelled by the Australian government on January 10, 2022, due to concerns over his vaccination status. He was detained by immigration officials and faces deportation from the country.
- Vaccination Status: Djokovic's vaccination status has been a topic of controversy, as he has not publicly disclosed whether he has received the COVID-19 vaccine. Australian authorities require all travelers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter the country.
- Support from Fans: Djokovic has received widespread support from his fans and fellow tennis players, who have expressed their disappointment and outrage over the Australian government's decision to cancel his visa.
- Australian Open Participation: The Australian Open has announced that Djokovic will not be allowed to participate in the tournament, which is scheduled to start on January 17, 2022.
Previous News:
- 2021 US Open Victory: Djokovic won his 18th Grand Slam title at the 2021 US Open, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final.
- Record-Breaking 20th Grand Slam: Djokovic won the 2021 French Open, his 20th Grand Slam title, surpassing Roger Federer's record of 19 Grand Slam titles.
- Longest Reign as World No. 1: Djokovic has held the number one ranking in the ATP rankings for a record 373 weeks, surpassing Pete Sampras's record of 286 weeks.
- Philanthropic Efforts: Djokovic has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including the Novak Djokovic Foundation, which aims to support disadvantaged children and promote education and health.
Recent Quotes:
- "I'm not anti-vax, I'm pro-freedom. I'm not against vaccination, I'm just against mandatory vaccination." - Novak Djokovic (on his vaccination status)
- "I'm not going to comment on the situation, I'm just going to focus on my tennis and my preparation for the Australian Open." - Novak Djokovic (on the controversy surrounding his visa cancellation)
Please note that the situation with Djokovic's visa cancellation is still developing, and this information may change as new updates become available.