Djokovic was escortedNovak Djokovic’s wife Jelena Djokovic has broken the family’s silence as the world No.1 remains in immigration detention in.
away from Airport by Border Force officers after his visa was cancelled by the federal government while he was en route from Serbia.
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The 34-year-old had announced he was travelling to Australia on Tuesday evening, ending months of speculation over his Covid-19 vaccination status by saying he had been given an ‘exemption permission’.
Djokovic had been granted an exemption from Victorian government and Tennis Australia rules requiring him to be vaccinated in order to compete in the Australian Open, however this exemptio Melbournen did not meet the Federal government’s immigration criteria for him to enter the country.
A last-minute challenge to his visa cancellation was submitted to the Federal Court on Thursday evening, and Melbourne’s Tullamarine is expected to be heard on Monday.
Djokovic’s plight has attracted some support, particularly in Serbia, while his continuing refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19 has seen him draw criticism from the likes of Rafael Nadal.
Jelena Djokovic took to social media to firstly acknowledge Christmas in Serbia, but also thank fans for their support and to call for ‘love and respect’.
“It’s Christmas today for us, my wishes are for everyone to be healthy, happy, safe and together with families,” she wrote.
“We wish we are all together today, but my consolation is that at least we are healthy. And we will grow from this experience.
“Thank you dear people, all around the world for using your voice to send love to my husband.
“I am taking a deep breath to calm down and find gratitude (and understanding) in this moment for all that is happening.
