Serbia's Novak Djokovic (Associated Press)

Djokovic: I still suffer trauma after deportation from Australia

Novak Djokovic says he still suffers “trauma” when he visits Melbourne after being deported from Australia in 2022 due to the country’s Covid-19 protocols. The 24-time Grand Slam champion is not vaccinated against the virus and had his visa cancelled by the Australian government three years ago, leading to him missing the Australian Open. Djokovic…

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during his men's singles quarter-final match against USA's Reilly Opelka at the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane on January 3, 2025. (Photo by Patrick HAMILTON / AFP) / --IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE--

Djokovic suffers shock Brisbane quarter-final exit to world No 293

Novak Djokovic suffered a shock straight-sets defeat to world No 293 Reilly Opelka in the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International on Friday, losing 7-6 (8-6) 6-3. Djokovic, who is due to team up with former British No 1 and old rival Andy Murray as his new coach later this month, was bested in an opening…

Novak Djokovic celebrates beating Nick Kyrgios in the final of Wimbledon

Kyrgios to team up with Djokovic in blockbuster Brisbane doubles pairing

Novak Djokovic says teaming up with Nick Kyrgios in the Brisbane International is going to be a fun experience as he prepares for the Australian Open. The duo locked horns in the past when Kyrgios labelled Djokovic “boneheaded” and a “tool” but they have since developed a close friendship after the latest of their three…