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Djokovic has his visa revoked for the second time, the chances of starting in Melbourne are only theoretical

Australian Immigration Minister Alex Hawke revoked the visas of tennis player Novak Djokovic, which he obtained under an exemption from compulsory vaccination. The first player in the world rankings should leave the country instead of defending the title at the Australian Open grand slam.

“I have used my powers to revoke Mr Novak Djokovic’s visa issued for health reasons because it was in the public interest,” Hawke said in a statement. “The government (Prime Minister Scott) Morrison is firmly committed to protecting Australia’s borders, especially in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic,” he added.

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke justified the cancellation of the visa for Djokovic by protecting the public interest:

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