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Djokovic plans 2023 Australian Open return: tournament chief

Novak Djokovic was at Dubai airport Monday, after being deported, when the Australian Open began. Tournament chief Craig Tiley says the Serbian wants to return next year.

MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic intends to play the Australian Open in 2023, tournament chief Craig Tiley said Sunday while blaming “miscommunication” for his deportation ahead of this year’s event.

The world number one’s visa was cancelled ahead of the season-opening Grand Slam over his Covid-19 vaccination status, an incident that tarred the lead-up.

He flew out of Melbourne a week ago after failing in a last-gasp bid to stay and target a record 21st major title following a protracted legal battle with Australian authorities.

Tiley has kept a low profile since, but asked Sunday whether the unvaccinated Serbian planned to return for the 2023…

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