Djokovic given rapturous welcome back to Australian Open
Serbian flags waved and Rod Laver Arena rose to give Novak Djokovic a rapturous welcome back to the Australian Open on Tuesday, a year after he was kicked out of the country.
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Win or boos? Djokovic return splits fans at Australian Open
MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic returns to Rod Laver Arena to start his Australian Open campaign on Tuesday (Jan 17) night, but tennis fans at Melbourne Park for the day session were split over the reception he might receive.
Djokovic resumes quest for perfect 10 at Australian Open
Novak Djokovic was denied the opportunity to win a record-extending 10th Australian Open title last year after his deportation but he returns to Rod Laver Arena holding no grudges when he begins his campaign in Melbourne on Tuesday.
'Let's move on': Melbourne fans ready to make Djokovic feel welcome
MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic made his way to Melbourne for the Australian Open unsure about the reception he would receive after being deported before last year's Grand Slam over his unvaccinated status, but forgiving fans said the nine-time champion was welcome again.
Australian Open 2023: draw and schedule of matches
MELBOURNE : Novak Djokovic will start his Australian Open campaign against Spain's Roberto Carballes Baena as the Serbian seeks to win a record-extending 10th crown in Melbourne when the year's first Grand Slam begins on Monday.
Andreescu defeats Bouzkova in opening match at Australian Open
Bianca Andreescu of Mississauga, Ont., who missed last year's Australian Open, made her presence felt on Sunday with a straight-sets win over No. 25-ranked Marie Bouzkova of the Czech Republic 6-2, 6-4 in Melbourne.
Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek open Australian Open as big favorites
Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek are massive favorites to win their respective draws ahead of the start of the Australian Open on Sunday night (Jan 15).
Nadal facing tough test in Australian Open defence
Rafael Nadal opens his Australian Open title defence Monday feeling vulnerable and against a dangerous young opponent, with women's top seed Iga Swiatek also facing a tricky encounter as she targets a maiden crown.