'Our champion': deported Djokovic welcomed home after Australian fiasco

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Novak Djokovic returned to a rapturous welcome in Serbia after Australia deported the world men's tennis No. 1 for being unvaccinated against COVID-19, a stance jeopardizing his quest for a record 21st Grand Slam title

"I think he entered history as a hero, as a man and as a fighter against this evil which is called corona-circus," said Marko Strugalovic, 60, at Belgrade airport.

Australian Immigration Minister Alex Hawke had said Djokovic could be a threat to public order because his presence would encourage anti-vaccination sentiment.

 

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I’m fairly certain this made him cry a little. Australia did him bad, and I’m so glad he’s back home where he’s truly loved ❤️

President avucic spending federal budget to win the next election instead of claiming the taxes DjokerNole is avoiding to pay by living in Monaco 🇲🇨

What a hill to martyr oneself on.

What, are they stupid in Serbia?

Whatever.

He jeopardized his own quest. He may be above the laws in his own country, but what gives him the right to think laws of other countries do not apply⁉️ Tennis star yes, common sense, no‼️😱 It’s a self inflicted wound and Australia said “I don’t think so”

Most Australians had wanted him gone but Serbian fans cheered and waved national flags as Djokovic touched down at Belgrade airport then headed to his own apartment. 'You are our champion, Novak!' and 'We love you, Nole!' they chanted

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