Djokovic bitter after expulsion: “I’m extremely disappointed”

He respects them Decision of the court and will cooperate with the relevant authorities regarding his departure from Australia, the world number one said in a statement.

“I am extremely disappointed with the decision,” said Djokovic. The 34-year-old's goal in Melbourne was to surpass Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal with his 21st title at a Grand Slam tournament and become the sole record holder. Now he is not allowed to defend his title at the first major of the year, which he has already won nine times. “I feel uncomfortable that I have been the focus of the past few weeks and I hope that now we can all concentrate on the game and the tournament that I love,” Djokovic said. He will now take some time to recover before making any further comments. ATP regrets Djokovic's absence - Caruso is moving up The tennis organization ATP regretted the final expulsion. The court's decision must be accepted - "regardless of how this point was reached, Novak is one of the greatest champions of our sport and his absence from the Australian Open is a loss for the game," it said in a statement published on Sunday ATP notice. Novak Djokovic on Sunday in Melbourne: The Serb now wants to cooperate with the authorities and leave the country. © APA/afp / MARTIN KEEP

“We know how turbulent the last few days have been for Novak and how badly he wanted to defend his title in Melbourne. We wish him all the best and look forward to seeing him back on the court soon,” the ATP statement continued. The ATP vehemently recommends that all players get vaccinated.

By the way: Djokovic will be replaced by the Italian Salvatore Caruso in the Australian Open tournament schedule. The number 150 in the world moves up as a so-called lucky loser and will play against the Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round.

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Djokovic bitter after expulsion: “I’m extremely disappointed”

After Novak Djokovic's appeal against being refused entry to Australia was rejected, the tennis star appears bitter. However, the Serb does not seem to be considering further legal action.

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