Novak Djokovic landed in Melbourne with a medical exemption, but had his visa revoked at the airport as Border Force officials felt he did not meet the criteria for unvaccinated entry.
His visa was reinstated after a court hearing earlier this week, but on Friday, it was revoked for a second time by Immigration Minister Alex Hawke. The 20-time Grand Slam champion is currently in detention, where he will remain until Sunday’s hearing.
Speaking at an anti-vaccination rally, Kelly stated that the Australian government has brought “shame” upon the nation with their treatment of one of the greatest players of all time.
Australian PM Scott Morrison said Novak Djokovic’s visa was canceled on “health and good order grounds”
In a statement issued on Friday after Alex Hawke’s decision, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Novak Djokovic’s visa had been revoked on “health and good order grounds” and to “protect the sacrifices” made by the Australian public.
If Djokovic does not have his visa reinstated during Sunday’s hearing, he will not be allowed to defend his title in Melbourne. He might also be banned from entering the country for three years. The Serb is the most successful player in the history of the Australian Open, having won the title on nine occasions.
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