In a match that lasted just 68 minutes, Djokovic defeated the Russian 6-4, 6-1 in his bid to match Roger Federer’s record of six title victories. The Serb will next lock horns with Russian Daniil Medvedev on Friday.
In a video posted by the ATP Tour, Novak Djokovic was seen giving his autograph to a young fan. The Serb went to the kid immediately after the match, autographed his ball, and gave him a warm hug.
The young fan was clearly overjoyed and soon started sobbing after receiving a signature from his idol and a hug.
“I was very happy to receive the news, of course, I want to go back there” - Novak Djokovic on being granted a visa to play at the 2023 Australian Open
Following his refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccination, Djokovic was deported from Australia in January 2022, just before the Australian Open. The deportation also carried a three-year visa ban.
However, according to widespread reports on Tuesday, the Australian government is set to overturn the three-year ban imposed on the former World No. 1.
The nine-time Australian Open champion commented on the situation in a press conference after his victory over Andrey Rublev. He expressed his joy at receiving the news and said that it was a big relief for him and his team:
The 35-year-old also said that he is looking forward to going to Australia, a place where he has enjoyed plenty of success:
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