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Novak Djokovic can expect an "unfriendly" reception from the Australian public

Howard Kotton

If Novak Djokovic wins the right to play in next week's Australian Open, hopefully, this will be the last time he graces our shores.

As a result of his disregard for the laws, rules and regulations in this country, the Serb has lost the support of most Australians, with the vast majority of the population double vaccinated.

Djokovic and his advisers/managers knew what was required for him to mount a challenge for a 10th Australian Open singles crown - and he chose not to be vaccinated.

There was a stench surrounding the decision to grant Djokovic a medical exemption by an independent panel of experts and it inevitably turned into a political brawl involving the federal and Victorian governments.

It's been alleged that he might be using the argument of previously having and surviving the virus within the past six months to justify his reason not to be vaccinated.

The episode has exposed Djokovic as a selfish individual.

Being the world's number one male tennis player does not entitle him to behave in this manner.

Tennis Australia should not escape blame in this imbroglio and needed to stop pandering to Djokovic's whims and demands.

Tennis Australia and its CEO Craig Tiley knew months ago that this would blow up if Djokovic did not adhere to the rules, yet allowed the situation to fester and deteriorate.

It will be surprising if Tiley survives this debacle - he should have resigned by now.

This fiasco has already had repercussions around the world, affecting the reputation of the event, Melbourne and Australia.

If Djokovic plays, he can expect an unfriendly reception from most Australian fans.

Hopefully, Rafael Nadal, the epitome of a great sportsman, wins his 21st Grand Slam singles title to overtake the Serb and Roger Federer.
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