Novak Djokovic is currently in Adelaide, where he is the hot favorite to win the local ATP250 event. Novak is in a fantastic mood and he is really enjoying his staying in Australia despite the traumatic event that saw him being deported from the country last year.
After receiving a warm welcome in Adelaide on Tuesday, Novak Djokovic insisted he doesn’t harbor any resentments for being expelled from Australia. He also insisted he still has a lot of love for the country. Djokovic defeated Frenchman Constant Lestienne on Tuesday with a commanding 6-3 6-2 victory to advance to the second round of the Adelaide International 1.
His singles match was his first in Australia since his deportation in January due to his refusal to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Talking about his traumatic experience, Novak commented:
“Already, it’s behind me. I’ve moved on; I’m looking forward to what is to come because I always play very well, and probably my best tennis throughout my career (has been) on Australian soil. I’m glad to be back in Australia. Thank you all for coming out today. Thank you for giving me the welcome that I could only wish for.
Over the years, Australia has been the place where I’ve played my best tennis, without a doubt. If I have to pick one country where I’ve had the most success, which treated me in the best way in terms of tennis, it’s here, definitely.”
Djokovic in Adelaide, ranking, and results in 2023
Currently ranked no.5, Djokovic owns a compiled 1-0 win-loss record in 2023. Djokovic is now playing in Adelaide where he managed to beat the world no.65 Constant Lestienne 6-3 6-2.
Novak Djokovic will take on the world no.64 Quentin Halys in the 2nd round. Their current record is 1-0 for Djokovic.
Djokovic will compete next at the Australian Open (Australian Open). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 16th of January.
Novak Djokovic |
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