Novak Djokovic reveals ongoing trauma from 2022 Australia deportation

In 2022, Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia due to his unvaccinated status against COVID-19. His visa was canceled by the immigration minister, who claimed that Djokovic's presence could worsen anti-vaccine sentiments in the country. After spending time in an immigration hotel, Djokovic's visa was initially reinstated by a judge, but the immigration minister eventually revoked it again, leading to Djokovic's deportation. Following a change in Australia's government and border policies, Djokovic was granted a new visa in 2023, which allowed him to return and compete in the Australian Open. Despite his success in the 2023 tournament, he has expressed that he still experiences trauma when arriving in Australia and passing through immigration control, as he fears facing similar issues. Djokovic hopes to secure another title at the Australian Open and continues to pursue his goal of winning an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title. Throughout this ordeal, he has stated that he holds no resentment or grudge against the authorities involved.