Novak Djokovic refused entry to Australia as visa cancelled at airport

The nine-time Australia Open champion has been told by the Federal Court of Australia that he can remain in Melbourne until his appeal resumes.

Novak Djokovic’s visa application to enter Australia will not be supported by the state government (John Walton/PA)

Novak Djokovic’s attempts to compete at the Australian Open this month are over after the No 1-ranked male tennis player was told his visa has been rejected. 

Djokovic was handed a reprieve in his bid to defend his Australian Open title after the Federal Court of Australia adjourned his appeal against the decision to refuse him a visa.